The average train between Karlsruhe and Tønder takes 11h 41m and the fastest train takes 9h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Karlsruhe to Tønder. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Karlsruhe and Tønder. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Karlsruhe is at 7:59 PM which arrives into Tønder at 12:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and take an average of 11h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Karlsruhe to Tønder? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to Tønder. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe station and arriving at Tønder station via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.
Karlsruhe to Tønder train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
Karlsruhe to Tønder train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Niebüll station.
Book your Karlsruhe to Tønder train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Neg.
The distance between Karlsruhe and Tønder is 659.4 km. The road distance is 867 km.
You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Toender via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Hamburg Hbf, Elmshorn, and Niebuell in around 9h 9m.