Next train departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 14 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	CheapestFastest
Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 15 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	07:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Train	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	07:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 16 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:59	Stuttgart Hbf	54m	14:53	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	Train	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 41m	07:46	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	Train	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 41m	07:46	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	Train	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 41m	07:46	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	Train	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 41m	07:46	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	Train	06:05	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 41m	07:46	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:49	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	07:59	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 18 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 19 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 20 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe on 21 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	18:43	Stuttgart Hbf	48m	19:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	Fastest
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
	Train	06:35	Stuttgart Hbf	56m	07:31	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	06:39	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 13m	07:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:42	Stuttgart Hbf	1h 10m	13:52	Karlsruhe Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

1h 5mAverage duration

64 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 70 - NOK 304	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 93 - NOK 913	Average duration54m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe?

Stuttgart

A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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B
Stuttgart Airport
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C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany

Karlsruhe

A
Karlsruhe Hbf
Bahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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B
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Hinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi2.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

IC Bus

4.5/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe start from NOK 93. The average price for this train route is around NOK 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe is 54m, covering a distance of 62 km. The quickest train can get you there in 39m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Karlsruhe route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, IC Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 19:59.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is IC Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is IC Bus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is IC Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/08

NOK 207

13/08

NOK 206

Today

NOK 207

15/08

NOK 207

16/08

NOK 242

17/08

NOK 81

18/08

NOK 207

19/08

NOK 207

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe was searched and found on 17 Aug 2026 with a price of NOK 81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 81 to NOK 908 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 81, which is on 2026-08-17.