Zürich HB to Karlsruhe Hbf train

Cheap train tickets from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Cheapest

20

Average

30

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

Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h19 12:18AMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h12 11:11PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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281One-way
Deutsche Bahn
12:08PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h03 03:11PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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321One-way
Deutsche Bahn
10:08AMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h02 01:10PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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321One-way
Deutsche Bahn
10:39PMZürich Hauptbahnhof8h24 07:03AMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
361One-way

Train schedule from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station

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Deutsche Bahn
10:08AMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h02 01:10PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn
12:08PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h03 03:11PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn
12:37PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h12 04:49PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn
07:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h12 11:11PMKarlsruhe Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h19 12:18AMKarlsruhe Central Station
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Deutsche Bahn
10:39PMZürich Hauptbahnhof8h24 07:03AMKarlsruhe Central Station
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Fastest train times from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Fastest Journey

3 h 2 m

Average

3 h 21 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

180 km

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

Deutsche Bahn
10:08AMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h02 01:10PMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
321One-way
Deutsche Bahn
12:08PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h03 03:11PMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
321One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h12 11:11PMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
281One-way
Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof3h19 12:18AMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
12:37PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h12 04:49PMKarlsruhe Central Station
0 transfers
381One-way

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Overview: Train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station

distanceDistance111 miles (179 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 12 min
priceAverage train ticket price$24 (€21)
frequencyTrain frequency17 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 7 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

Trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station cover the 111 miles (179 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 12 min with our travel partners like ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $23 (€20), but the average price of train tickets is $24 (€21). Travelers depart most frequently from Zürich HB and arrive in Karlsruhe Hbf.

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

Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Zürich Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Central Station from $23 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train.

Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 53 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Karlsruhe Central Station 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 Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station.
FAQs

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

Is international entry into Karlsruhe Central Station from Zürich Hauptbahnhof restricted?

International entry 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?

Entry Requirements:

  • 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 required: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask required: Mandatory

The above information was last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station closer to your date of departure here

The restriction level for your return train to Zürich Hauptbahnhof, Switzerland from Karlsruhe Central Station is: Unrestricted.

Is my return train into Zürich Hauptbahnhof from Karlsruhe Central Station restricted?

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

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

Conditions of reentry:

  • There are no current restrictions

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

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

  • Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask required: Regional advice

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

Omio customers have found the cheapest trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station to cost as little as $23 (€20)  in the next 7 days.
If you are looking to book your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train to cost on average $24 (€21)  one way.
The distance from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station by train is approximately 111 miles (179 km).
While the time it takes to travel 111 miles (179 km) from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train journey time is on average 3 h 12 min.

When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Zürich HB   and arriving in Karlsruhe Hbf.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Zürich HB and travel around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Karlsruhe Hbf and need to travel approximately 1.4 miles (2.3 km) from the train station to the city center in Karlsruhe Central Station.

For the best Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Zürich Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Central Station to compare what amenities they may offer.
On average, there are 17 trains a day from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
The earliest train departing from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station leaves at 10: 08 AM. The last train departing from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station leaves at 10: 08 AM. You can find the latest Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train schedule on Omio and book the best time to leave for your journey on your chosen travel date.
If you book the Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Central Station train within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $24 (€21). However, booking your train ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for trains to Karlsruhe Central Station from Zürich Hauptbahnhof. Look out for train tickets for this trip to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.

Trains departing from Zürich HB

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

Trains arriving to Karlsruhe Hbf

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

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