What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Karlsruhe?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Karlsruhe is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Karlsruhe?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €22 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel Bad Bf and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Basel to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Basel and Karlsruhe is 189 km. The road distance is 194.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Karlsruhe without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €22 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Karlsruhe?

The train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Karlsruhe bus from?

Basel to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Karlsruhe train from?

Basel to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.

Train or bus from Basel to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Basel to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €22 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €24 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Basel to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

Basel to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

Where does the Basel to Karlsruhe train arrive?

Basel to Karlsruhe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Basel to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Karlsruhe is 194 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Basel to Karlsruhe.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe?

Book your Basel to Karlsruhe train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Karlsruhe?

Book your Basel to Karlsruhe bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

There are 781+ hotels available in Karlsruhe.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Karlsruhe?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Karlsruhe. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Karlsruhe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Basel to Karlsruhe by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
1h 37m
€22–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Karlsruherideshare 194.6 km
2h 34m
€13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N487 / ...
2h 40m
€16–24
Drive 194.4 km
1. Drive from Basel to Karlsruhecar 194.4 km
1h 41m
€34–49
Train via Rastatt
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Rastatttrain Re7
2h 54m
€33–47

Basel to Karlsruhe by train

210Weekly Trains

1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189.1 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Karlsruhe, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel Bad Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €22–50 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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