Karlsruhe to Stuttgart by train
Stuttgart lies 62 km (38 mi) south-east of Karlsruhe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 28 min at the speeds typical of Germany rail, over roughly 75 km (47 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Karlsruhe | Stuttgart | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 283,799 | 612,663 |
| Elevation | 118 m (387 ft) | 252 m (827 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Karlsruhe Central Station, Karlsruhe Hbf Westgruppe | none listed |
| Postal codes | 76006–76229 | 70173–70629 |
Where to book trains from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart
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Staying in Stuttgart
Our booking partner lists 417 places to stay in Stuttgart. Of the 223 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (139), and 4 are five-star. Across 193 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 505,159 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Stuttgart from Karlsruhe?
62 km (38 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Karlsruhe; by road roughly 75 km (47 mi).
How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Stuttgart by train?
About 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karlsruhe and Stuttgart?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where can I stay in Stuttgart?
Our booking partner lists 417 places to stay in Stuttgart, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.