What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB is to rideshare which costs SFr 17 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Zürich HB?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Zürich HB?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Karlsruhe Hbf and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Zürich HB is 282 km. The road distance is 247.6 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB without a car is to train via Basel which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 240.

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Zürich HB bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Zürich HB train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB is to train via Basel which takes 3h 11m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 35 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Zürich HB bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Zürich HB bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Zürich HB train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Zürich HB train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Zürich HB is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

Book your Karlsruhe to Zürich HB train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

Book your Karlsruhe to Zürich HB bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zürich HB?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Zürich HB.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Karlsruhe and Zürich HB. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Karlsruhe to Zürich HB - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

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There are 9 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Zürich HB by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train via Basel
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
3h 11m
CHF 49–232
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Karlsruhe to Zurichrideshare 249.1 km
3h 49m
CHF 17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N07 / ...
3h 49m
CHF 20–35
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Karlsruhe Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
4h 1m
CHF 23–87
Train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
4h 2m
CHF 29–60
Train #2
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Konstanz Bahnhoftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Konstanz Bahnhof to Zürich HBtrain 75
5h 8m
CHF 64–103
Drive 247.6 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Zürich HBcar 247.6 km
2h 48m
CHF 40–58
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
3h 22m
CHF 115–326
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
3h 12m
CHF 100–297

Karlsruhe to Zürich HB by train

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Distance: 281.5 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Zürich HB, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Zürich HB via Basel SBB in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 20–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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