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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Bus | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 334, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Zürich?
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
- D
Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Zürich by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich cost?
The bus ticket price from Karlsruhe to Zürich starts at R 232. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
The average travel time between Karlsruhe and Zürich is around 4h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Karlsruhe and Zürich?
The number of buses from Karlsruhe to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Karlsruhe to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
When taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, MarinoBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
Buses travelling between Karlsruhe and Zürich leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof or Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Zürich was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 275To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 275 to R 1 356 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 275, which is on 2025-11-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination