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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karlsruhe to Dortmund

Composite routes from Karlsruhe to Dortmund

Cheapest
3 h 21 min
Car
358 km.
from $19
Fastest
1 h 1 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$37.97–$54.43
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
booking@union-ivkoni.com
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.82–$9.49

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Centrotrans Eurolines

Phone:
+387 33 770 889
Email:
info@centrotrans.com
Website:
centrotrans.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.59–$11.39

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$455.68–$1,202.49

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$354.42
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$759.47

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$164.55–$392.39

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$316.44–$759.47

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.71–$82.28

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$82.28–$94.93
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$46.83
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$36.71

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.49–$202.52

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln-Muelheim to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
info@eurobahn.de
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Karlsruhe to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$25.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is to rideshare which costs $18.48 - $21.74 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Dortmund central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Dortmund?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Dortmund Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Dortmund is 416 km. The road distance is 352.1 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Dortmund without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Dortmund Hbf takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Dortmund bus from?

Karlsruhe to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Dortmund train from?

Karlsruhe to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Dortmund is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $46.74 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Dortmund bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Dortmund bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Dortmund train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Dortmund is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Karlsruhe to Dortmund.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

Book your Karlsruhe to Dortmund train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

Book your Karlsruhe to Dortmund bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dortmund?

There are 1101+ hotels available in Dortmund. Prices start at $42.41 per night.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Dortmund?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Karlsruhe and Dortmund. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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