Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe by train

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Overview: trains from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:24 View journey
Last train 20:40 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 117
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey US$44.00 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 8m
Train operators 6

Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 117 kilometres.

Train cost between Donaueschingen and Karlsruhe

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$44.00

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:24.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:40.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:24.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 19:40.

  • 25 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 40 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe

The swiftest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 58 minutes, crossing a total distance of 117 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe trains

Tickets for travel to Karlsruhe along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn even more about travelling from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Karlsruhe.

FAQs about the train journey from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe

Want to know more about your journey from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Donaueschingen to Karlsruhe is 117 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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