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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 26 trains that leave Zurich HB for Karlsruhe Hbf on Fri, Jun 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
IR 2064 · ICE 69:10 AM3h23Zurich HB12:33 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$931One-way1 transfer- IR 1764 · IC 612 · ICE 69:29 AM3h04Zurich HB12:33 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$931One-way2 transfers
- IR 1774 · IC 622 · EC 53202:29 PM3h00Zurich HB5:29 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$931One-way2 transfers
- IR 2074 · EC 53202:10 PM3h19Zurich HB5:29 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$931One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2007:59 AM2h58Zurich HB10:57 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$1051One-way0 transfers
- IC 794 · ICE 3728:59 AM2h57Zurich HB11:56 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$1051One-way1 transfer
- IC 772 · ICE 27812:59 PM2h57Zurich HB3:56 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1051One-way1 transfer
ICE 372+
IC 7948:59 AM2h57Zurich HB11:56 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$1351One-way1 transfer- IC 772+ICE 27812:59 PM2h57Zurich HB3:56 PMKarlsruhe Hbf$1351One-way1 transfer
- ICE 374+
TGV 92066:59 AM2h57Zurich HB9:56 AMKarlsruhe Hbf$1341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $134.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf:
A bus is $120 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf costing on average $145 (€119).
Other travel options to Karlsruhe Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
Tickets start at around $145 (€119) compared to roughly $109 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-35.83 (€-29.36). The journey takes 2h 57m versus 2h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 2290+ICE 76 | 12:08 AM Zurich HB | 6h25 | 6:33 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 2252+ EC 8 | 5:08 AM Zurich HB | 3h25 | 8:33 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 758+ICE 202 | 5:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 8:57 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| TGV 9206+ICE 374 | 6:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h57 | 9:56 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 558+ICE 74 | 7:34 AM Zurich HB | 2h59 | 10:33 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 200 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 10:57 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 10:57 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 794+ICE 372 | On time 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h57 | 11:56 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 794 · ICE 372 | On time 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h57 | 11:56 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 2064+ICE 6 | On time 9:10 AM Zurich HB | 3h23 | 12:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 2064 · ICE 6 | On time 9:10 AM Zurich HB | 3h23 | 12:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 1764+IC 612+ICE 6 | On time 9:29 AM Zurich HB | 3h04 | 12:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IR 1764 · IC 612 · ICE 6 | On time 9:29 AM Zurich HB | 3h04 | 12:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 108 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 12:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 108 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 12:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 370 | 10:59 AM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 1:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 772 · ICE 278 | On time 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 2h57 | 3:56 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 772+ICE 278 | On time 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 2h57 | 3:56 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 2072+EC 4 | 1:10 PM Zurich HB | 3h23 | 4:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 2072 · ECE 4 | On time 1:10 PM Zurich HB | 3h23 | 4:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 1772+IC 620+EC 4 | 1:29 PM Zurich HB | 3h04 | 4:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IR 1772 · IC 620 · ECE 4 | On time 1:29 PM Zurich HB | 3h04 | 4:33 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 104 | On time 1:59 PM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 4:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 104 | On time 1:59 PM Zurich HB | 2h58 | 4:57 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 2074 · EC 5320 | On time 2:10 PM Zurich HB | 3h19 | 5:29 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 1774 · IC 622 · EC 5320 | On time 2:29 PM Zurich HB | 3h00 | 5:29 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $134 (€110) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 17:59. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€110) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 7:34 AM |
Last train 5:59 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, Trenitalia EuroCity, ÖBB | Nightjet from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, Trenitalia EuroCity, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Zurich HB and Karlsruhe Hbf from $18 (€15). 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Most Zurich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf trains use the Zürich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Use this guide to compare Zurich HB and Karlsruhe Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre
Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Getting to Karlsruhe Hbf from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Hbf train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Getting to Karlsruhe-Durlach from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe-Durlach is 5 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe-Durlach train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe-Durlach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hubraum, Vogel Hausbräu Durlach, Asia Gourmet, Borsalino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe-Durlach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Karlsruhe-Durlach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe-Durlach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Große Linde, Zum Erwin, Der Blaue Reiter.
Getting to Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang from Karlsruhe city centre
Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang train station facilities and services
Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang.
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