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Karlsruhe to Munich by train
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First train04:53
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Last train18:28
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey2hr 44m
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Distance251 kilometres
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Trains per day18
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Avg. journey time3hr 7m
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Train operators
Travelling from Karlsruhe to Munich by train
Want to know how to get from Karlsruhe to Munich by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Munich take around 2 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 251 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Karlsruhe is scheduled to depart at around 04:53. The last departure is usually at around 18:28. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Karlsruhe at around 04:53, with the last train leaving at around 20:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €15.32.
We think any time is a great time to visit Munich, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Munich.
Is there a direct train from Karlsruhe to Munich?
Yes, there is a direct train from Karlsruhe to Munich.
We usually find around 18 direct trains on the route from Karlsruhe to Munich every weekday.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 17 departures.
How long does it take to travel from Karlsruhe to Munich?
The Karlsruhe to Munich train travel takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Karlsruhe to Munich train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Munich leaving Karlsruhe at around 04:53 and the last train leaving at around 18:28. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Karlsruhe at around 04:53, with the final departure at 20:28.
How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Munich?
The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Karlsruhe to Munich are €15.32.
If you book 30 days in advance, tickets will cost around €20, while the price is around €36 if you book 7 days in advance. Booking on the day of travel is likely to be more expensive, so it's worth booking ahead of time if you can, or check our special offers and deals.
When should you book your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Munich?
Trains in Germany usually open for booking around 6 months in advance. If booking is not yet open for your travel dates, you can set a booking alert and you'll receive an email as soon as the cheapest tickets are released for your train journey.
Which train companies operate between Karlsruhe and Munich?
More than one train company operates on the route from Karlsruhe to Munich, so you’ll be travelling with one or more of the following rail operators:
- Eurocity (EC)
- ICE
- Inter City
- Inter City Express
- Intercites
- Intercity
- Intercity-Express (ICE)
- Intercités
- TGV
- Tgv
You can check which train you’ll be travelling on by looking for the train name in search results.
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