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Kassel to Karlsruhe trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Kassel and Karlsruhe takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Kassel to Karlsruhe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 58m
Duration
329 km
Distance
€65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Kassel to Karlsruhe train times

Trains run hourly between Kassel and Karlsruhe. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kassel is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Karlsruhe at 11:23 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 35m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 329 km
  • Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Kassel, Germany and Karlsruhe, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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