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Travelling from Karlsruhe to Barcelona by train
Looking to travel from Karlsruhe to Barcelona by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 15 hours 44 minutes to travel from Karlsruhe to Barcelona by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 11 hours 26 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 606 miles (976 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Barcelona, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Karlsruhe to Barcelona start from £346.21 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Barcelona by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Karlsruhe to Barcelona by train
It takes an average of 15h 44m to travel from Karlsruhe to Barcelona by train, over a distance of around 606 miles (976 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Karlsruhe to Barcelona and tickets for this journey start from £346.21 when you book in advance.
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Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Barcelona
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 to Barcelona 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.