The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bellinzona for Karlsruhe on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bellinzona to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
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€54 Average price | €40 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bellinzona to Karlsruhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Karlsruhe trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:47 PM Bellinzona | 4h42 | 5:29 PM Karlsruhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Bellinzona and Karlsruhe from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Trains from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bellinzona to Karlsruhe
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Viale Stazione.
- Ristorante Casa del Popolo
- Ristorante Locanda Orico
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona
- Hotel & SPA Internazionale
- Hotel Unione
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, RegioExpress
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
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