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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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 | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
InterCity + Regionalbahn | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Karlsruhe Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags |
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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 326, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Zürich?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Zürich by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Zürich start from R 480. The average price for this train route is around R 933. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Zürich is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Zürich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, TGV inOui, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Zürich departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 19:11.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Karlsruhe to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 784To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 784 to R 2 456 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 784, which is on 2025-12-17.
