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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gießen to Karlsruhe

Composite routes from Gießen to Karlsruhe

Cheapest
1 h 39 min
Car
198 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Gießen to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$27.17

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gießen Bahnhof to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$51.09
Train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$30.43
Train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.96–$41.30

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen,
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$21.74

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Gießen to Mainz
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.61–$11.96

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Ludwigshafen,
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Giessen to Karlsruhe
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.70–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gießen to Karlsruhe is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $14.13 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gießen to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Gießen and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gießen and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Gießen and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gießen Bahnhof and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Gießen to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Gießen and Karlsruhe is 206 km. The road distance is 197.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gießen to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $45.65 - $51.09 .

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

The train from Gießen Bahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Karlsruhe bus from?

Gießen to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gießen station.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Karlsruhe train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gießen to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Gießen to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $45.65 - $51.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $27.17 and takes 3h 20m. There are no good options to fly between Gießen to Karlsruhe.

Where does the Gießen to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gießen to Karlsruhe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gießen to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gießen to Karlsruhe is 197 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Gießen to Karlsruhe.

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

Book your Gießen to Karlsruhe train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 720+ hotels available in Karlsruhe. Prices start at $49.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Gießen to Karlsruhe?

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