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Train Mannheim → Karlsruhe

Schedule & travel time

0h 22m 60 km 59 trains/day
ICE

Route overview

0h 22m

Fastest time

0h 25m

Avg. duration

60

Kilometers

59

Trains per day

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By train from Mannheim to Karlsruhe

An important regional connection: The train connection from Mannheim to Karlsruhe is one of the important regional connections rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 0h 22m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 60 kilometers and is served by about 59 trains every day. This means you can find a connection at almost any time of day.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Teil der Rheintalbahn

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Mannheim to Karlsruhe saves you about 11 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

The fastest connection from Mannheim to Karlsruhe takes 0h 22m. The average travel time is 0h 25m.

How many trains run daily from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

About 59 trains run daily on the Mannheim - Karlsruhe route. Train types include ICE.

What is the route from Mannheim to Karlsruhe?

The direct connection covers 60 km.

More interesting connections

Mannheim → Stuttgart
0h 37m100 km
Mannheim → Frankfurt Flughafen
30m70 km
Basel Bad Bf → Karlsruhe
1h 35m195 km
Freudenstadt → Karlsruhe
1h 25m59 km
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Return journey

Karlsruhe Mannheim

More connections

Mannheim → Stuttgart0h 37mMannheim → Frankfurt Flughafen30mMannheim → Frankfurt0h 37mMannheim → Saarbrücken1h 16mBasel Bad Bf → Karlsruhe1h 35mFreudenstadt → Karlsruhe1h 25mFreiburg (Breisgau) → Karlsruhe58m
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Schedule data last updated: 13/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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