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Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof train

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Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Cheapest

€20

Average

€24

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Deutsche Bahn
03:03AMKarlsruhe Central Station4h02 07:05AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
03:15AMKarlsruhe Central Station3h50 07:05AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
09:00PMKarlsruhe Central Station3h14 12:14AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
03:07PMKarlsruhe Central Station4h16 07:23PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€221One-way
Deutsche Bahn
05:06AMKarlsruhe Central Station4h17 09:23AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€361One-way

Train schedule from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 28
Deutsche Bahn
03:03AMKarlsruhe Central Station4h02 07:05AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Deutsche Bahn
03:15AMKarlsruhe Central Station3h50 07:05AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Deutsche Bahn
05:06AMKarlsruhe Central Station4h17 09:23AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
ÖBB
09:07AMKarlsruhe Central Station4h16 01:23PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
ÖBB | ICE
10:11AMKarlsruhe Central Station3h15 01:26PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
03:07PMKarlsruhe Central Station4h16 07:23PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Deutsche Bahn
04:07PMKarlsruhe Central Station4h16 08:23PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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ÖBB | ICE
05:00PMKarlsruhe Central Station3h00 08:00PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Deutsche Bahn
06:07PMKarlsruhe Central Station4h16 10:23PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Deutsche Bahn
09:00PMKarlsruhe Central Station3h14 12:14AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Deutsche Bahn
10:13PMKarlsruhe Central Station6h36 04:49AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
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Fastest train times from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Fastest Journey

3 h

Average

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

180 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Karlsruhe Central Station for Zürich Hauptbahnhof every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

ÖBB | ICE
05:00PMKarlsruhe Central Station3h00 08:00PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€931One-way
Deutsche Bahn
09:00PMKarlsruhe Central Station3h14 12:14AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€201One-way
ÖBB | ICE
10:11AMKarlsruhe Central Station3h15 01:26PMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€931One-way
Deutsche Bahn
03:15AMKarlsruhe Central Station3h50 07:05AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
03:03AMKarlsruhe Central Station4h02 07:05AMZürich Hauptbahnhof
0 transfers
€201One-way

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Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof

distanceDistance111 miles (179 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 4 min
priceAverage train ticket price$57 (€50)
frequencyTrain frequency19 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain companiesÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn

Trains from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof cover the 111 miles (179 km) long route taking on average 3 h 4 min with our travel partners like ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 19 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $57 (€50), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $23 (€20). Travelers depart most frequently from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Zürich HB.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof trains

For as little as $23 (€20) you can travel by train to Zürich Hauptbahnhof from Karlsruhe Central Station with Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof train.

Train information from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 9 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 20 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Zürich Hauptbahnhof easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof.
FAQs

Travel between Karlsruhe Central Station, Germany and Zürich Hauptbahnhof, Switzerland by train is: Unrestricted.

What is the status of international entry into Switzerland from Germany?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Karlsruhe Central Station?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Zürich Hauptbahnhof, Switzerland?

When traveling in Switzerland, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

  • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Regional advice

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your train from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof before traveling.

Return travel from Switzerland to Germany is: Unrestricted.

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Karlsruhe Central Station from Zürich Hauptbahnhof?

Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Zürich Hauptbahnhof?

Requirements for reentering:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Karlsruhe Central Station, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Mandatory

Last checked on 3/22/23. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to the travel date of your train to Karlsruhe Central Station from Zürich Hauptbahnhof.

Looking to save money on your route? Omio customers have found the cheapest train to Zürich Hauptbahnhof from Karlsruhe Central Station for the next 7 days starting from $23 (€20)  one way.
If you are looking to purchase your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof train to cost on average $57 (€50)  one way.
The Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof train distance is approximately 111 miles (179 km).
On average the Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof train travel time is 3 h 4 min  for the 111 mile (179 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Karlsruhe Hbf   and arrive in Zürich HB.

You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, Karlsruhe Hbf, located approximately 1.4 miles (2.3 km) from the city center of Karlsruhe Central Station. The most popular arrival train station in Zürich Hauptbahnhof, called Zürich HB, is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from its city center.

When taking a train from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof, you can count on ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Zürich Hauptbahnhof. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
On average, there are 19 trains a day from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
You can take the earliest train from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof at 5: 56 AM   or take the last train from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof leaving at 11: 13 PM. Look for the latest Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof train schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this trip.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train providers offering this route and save money. If you purchase train tickets from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $57 (€50) one way. To find the best prices for this route, consider booking your train ticket from Karlsruhe Central Station to Zürich Hauptbahnhof a few months in advance.

Trains departing from Karlsruhe Hbf

Address
Address
Karlsruhe Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1a, 76137 Karlsruhe
Phone
Phone

+49 30 586020930

Distance from Karlsruhe Hbf to city center
Distance from Karlsruhe Hbf to city center
1.4 miles (2.3 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
At this station we offer you free wifi. It allows you to go online with your smartphone or laptop, edit e-mails and much more. You can find information about the various wifi offers at our stations here.
Lockers
Lockers
If you want to take a load off your hands, you can put your luggage in a locker at this station.
Shopping
Shopping
Dining
Dining
Vinarte | Am Tiergarten | Panorama | Alter Brauhof
Information Desk
Information Desk
DB Information counters are the place to go for information about your rail journey, and they serve as a meeting point for travellers and station visitors. If you have any questions about your trip or the town/city where the station is located, staff at the counter have the answers you need. If a station does not have a counter, our service staff are only too happy to help you with any query you might have.
Accessibility
Accessibility
The following equipment features serve to ensure barrier-free accessibility to the station. Available are: Gleis 1: step-free access platform height >= 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 2: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 3: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 4: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 5: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 6: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 7: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 8: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 9: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 10: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 11: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 12: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system tactile platform access tactile guiding strip stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 13: step-free access passenger information display public address system tactile platform access stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 14: step-free access passenger information display public address system tactile platform access stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 101: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance Gleis 102: step-free access platform height > = 55 cm passenger information display public address system stairs marking tactile handrail label contrasting guidance

Trains arriving to Zürich HB

Address
Address
Bahnhofpl. 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Phone
Phone

Distance from Zürich HB to city center
Distance from Zürich HB to city center
1.5 miles (2.4 km)
Amenities at station
Dining
Dining
Predigerhof | Zeughauskeller | Sprüngli Café-Bar | Haus Hiltl
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Europcar | teslify

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