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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to France is to bus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to France is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €85 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlsruhe station to France. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and France?

No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to France. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Châtelet via Strasbourg and Gare de l'Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to France?

The distance between Karlsruhe and France is 524 km. The road distance is 531.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to France without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €85 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Karlsruhe to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to France bus from?

Karlsruhe to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to France train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to France?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to France is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €85 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to France bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to France train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to France is 532 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Karlsruhe to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 3549+ hotels available in France.

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There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe to France by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Paris Esttrain Tgv
3h 8m
€88–406
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 091 / ...
7h 28m
€53–83
Drive 531.5 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Pariscar 531.5 km
5h 10m
€83–120
Train via Paris Gare De Lyon
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
3h 55m
€93–216
Bus via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe - Central Station South Side to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 4m
€54–92

Karlsruhe to France by train and subway

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Distance: 524.3 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and France?

You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Châtelet via Strasbourg Bahnhof, Strasbourg, Paris Est, and Gare de l'Est in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 5 times a day. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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