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Taking the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers in 5 hours 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 52 minutes to travel the 410 miles (659 km) from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel with DB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Poitiers? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers by train
| First train | 08:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:18 | |
| Departure station | Karlsruhe Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Poitiers | |
| Journey time | From 5h 22m | |
| Distance | 410 miles (659 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Karlsruhe Hbf to Poitiers by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.