Heidelberg to Karlsruhe by train
Karlsruhe lies 49 km (30 mi) south-west of Heidelberg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 23 min at the speeds typical of Germany rail, over roughly 60 km (37 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Heidelberg | Karlsruhe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 143,345 | 283,799 |
| Elevation | 115 m (377 ft) | 118 m (387 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Heidelberg Central Station, Heidelberg-Altstadt station, Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach station | Karlsruhe Central Station, Karlsruhe Hbf Westgruppe |
| Postal codes | 69115–69126 | 76006–76229 |
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Common questions
How far is Karlsruhe from Heidelberg?
49 km (30 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Heidelberg; by road roughly 60 km (37 mi).
How long does it take to get from Heidelberg to Karlsruhe by train?
About 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Heidelberg and Karlsruhe?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.