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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Basel is to rideshare which costs SFr 9 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Basel is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Basel?

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

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Basel Bad Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Basel?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Basel is 189 km. The road distance is 194 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Basel without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 110.

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

The train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Basel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Basel train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Basel?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Basel is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 23 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Basel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karlsruhe to Basel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Basel is 194 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Karlsruhe to Basel.

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

Book your Karlsruhe to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 896+ hotels available in Basel.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Basel?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Basel 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 Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bftrain 20 / ...
1h 35m
CHF 21–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Karlsruhe to Baselrideshare 194.2 km
2h 35m
CHF 9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Basel SBBbus N474 / ...
2h 40m
CHF 16–23
Drive 194 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Baselcar 194 km
1h 42m
CHF 31–45
Train via Rastatt
1. Take the train from Rastatt to Basel Bad Bftrain Re7
3h 37m
CHF 31–45

Karlsruhe to Basel by train

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Distance: 189.1 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf hourly. Tickets cost CHF 21–55 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Basel SBB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 16–23 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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