The average train between Leipzig and Karlsruhe takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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.
Trains run 5 times a day between Leipzig and Karlsruhe. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Karlsruhe at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 6m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Karlsruhe? 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 Leipzig to Karlsruhe. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Leipzig to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Karlsruhe is 383.2 km. The road distance is 488 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 12m.