What is the cheapest way to get from France to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest way to get from France to Karlsruhe is to bus which costs €40 - €90 and takes 9h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from France to Karlsruhe?

The fastest way to get from France to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €90 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between France and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct bus from France station to Karlsruhe station. However, there are services departing from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

Is there a direct train between France and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct train from France to Karlsruhe. However, there are services departing from Cité and arriving at Karlsruhe Hbf via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from France to Karlsruhe?

The distance between France and Karlsruhe is 519 km. The road distance is 526.6 km.

How do I travel from France to Karlsruhe without a car?

The best way to get from France to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €90 - €380.

How long does it take to get from France to Karlsruhe?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from France to Karlsruhe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Karlsruhe bus from?

France to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where do I catch the France to Karlsruhe train from?

France to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Paris Est station.

Train or bus from France to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from France to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €90 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €90 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the France to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

France to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Strasbourg - L'Étoile Park Bus Station.

Where does the France to Karlsruhe train arrive?

France to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf station.

Can I drive from France to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Karlsruhe is 527 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from France to Karlsruhe.

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 895+ hotels available in Karlsruhe.

France to Karlsruhe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from France to Karlsruhe by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Ice
3h 24m
€93–373
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Strasbourg - L'Étoile Park Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
9h 3m
€44–90
Drive 526.6 km
1. Drive from Paris to Karlsruhecar 526.6 km
5h 13m
€83–119
Train via Châtelet
1. Take the train from Paris l'Est to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 82
3h 49m
€83–173

France to Karlsruhe by subway and train

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Distance: 519.3 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between France and Karlsruhe, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paris Est to Karlsruhe Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €90–370 and the journey takes 2h 31m. TGV inOui also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Châtelet to Karlsruhe central train station via Bercy, Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station, and Strasbourg in around 9h 3m.

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