Cheapest month
Up to 155%The cheapest time to travel is September ($24.03); the most expensive is May ($61.26).
Trains from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe
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- Lowest price from $48.15
- Average duration 4h 23m
- Connections per day 231
- Distance 295 km
- CO₂ per person 4 kg
train from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe
The journey from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe is about 295 km. On average a train trip takes 4h 23m with 231 connections per day.
| Lowest price | $48.15 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 4h 23m |
| Connections per day | 231 |
| Lowest price | $48.15 |
| Highest price | $115.83 |
| First departure | 01:43 AM |
| Last departure | 10:33 PM |
| Distance | 295 km |
| Departure | Oberhausen, NW |
| Arrival | Karlsruhe |
| Travel operator | VIAS Rail GmbH, HLB Hessenbahn GmbH VIAS Rail GmbH, HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Regional-Express, Intercity, Regionalbahn, S-Bahn, Eurocity, National Express, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, SEV-Bus, Intercity-Express |
When to book from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe
These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.
What historical fares show
Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, September is typically the cheapest month to travel from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe by train, with medians around $24.03 versus about $61.26 in May (roughly a 155% swing).
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Carriers on this route
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National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise.
Facility description
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Facilities Description
Luggage
National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.
Food and drink
Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.
Power sockets
USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.
Accessibility
Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.
CO₂ emissions by mode
train 20.65kg
bus 22.13kg
flight 59kg
carpool 47.2kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe?
The train journey between Oberhausen, NW and Karlsruhe emits 20.65kg of CO₂.
How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Oberhausen, NW and Karlsruhe?
Taking the train between Oberhausen, NW and Karlsruhe saves 38.35kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 1.48kg compared to the bus and 26.55kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe costs ≈ $83.04 (€73.99). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ $48.15 (€42.90).
The cheapest ticket from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe costs ≈ $48.15 (€42.90). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Oberhausen, NW and Karlsruhe are 295 km apart.
The journey from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe takes about 4h 23m on average. The fastest option takes 2h 52m.
This route is served by 11 operators: VIAS Rail GmbH, HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Regional-Express, Intercity, Regionalbahn, S-Bahn, Eurocity, National Express, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, SEV-Bus and Intercity-Express.
There are about 231 connections per day from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe.
The first train from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe leaves at 01:43 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe leaves at 10:33 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ $48.15 (€42.90) but prices can change.
There are about 1 direct connections from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe.
The shortest train journey between Oberhausen, NW and Karlsruhe takes 2h 52m.
Yes, there is a direct train between Oberhausen, NW and Karlsruhe.
The train journey from Oberhausen, NW to Karlsruhe generates 4 kg of CO₂.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, September is typically the cheapest month, with medians around $24.03, while May is among the most expensive (about $61.26).