Madrid to Karlsruhe by train
Karlsruhe lies 1,349 km (838 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 24 min at the speeds typical of Spain and Germany rail, over roughly 1,646 km (1,023 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Madrid | Karlsruhe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 283,799 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 118 m (387 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Karlsruhe Central Station, Karlsruhe Hbf Westgruppe |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 76006–76229 |
What changes when you arrive in Karlsruhe
Crossing from Spain into Germany: the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book trains from Madrid to Karlsruhe
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Staying in Karlsruhe
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Common questions
How far is Karlsruhe from Madrid?
1,349 km (838 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,646 km (1,023 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Karlsruhe by train?
About 9 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Karlsruhe?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Karlsruhe?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.