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Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Grindelwald
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Grindelwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €82 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €82, while a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€82 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Tickets start at around €82 compared to roughly €110 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €28. The journey takes 4h 30m versus 4h 3m 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.
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The best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Grindelwald is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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6:00 PM 4h40 Karlsruhe 10:40 PM Grindelwald Find prices2 transfers
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6:00 PM 4h40 Karlsruhe 10:40 PM Grindelwald Find prices2 transfers
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11:26 PM 8h44 Karlsruhe 8:10 AM Grindelwald Find prices2 transfers.png)
8:01 PM 10h37 Karlsruhe 6:38 AM Grindelwald Find prices4 transfers.png)
7:01 PM 11h37 Karlsruhe 6:38 AM Grindelwald Find prices2 transfers
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Grindelwald as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Grindelwald station.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Grindelwald by train.
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