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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Solothurn is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Solothurn is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Solothurn?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlsruhe station to Solothurn. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Solothurn, Baseltor via Bern, Neufeld P+R and Bern, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Solothurn?

No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to Solothurn. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Solothurn via Basel SBB and Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Solothurn?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Solothurn is 267 km. The road distance is 258.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Solothurn without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Karlsruhe to Solothurn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Solothurn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Solothurn train from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Solothurn?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Solothurn is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Solothurn bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Solothurn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bern station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Solothurn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Solothurn?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Solothurn is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Karlsruhe to Solothurn.

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

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Where can I stay near Solothurn?

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Karlsruhe to Solothurn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Solothurn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB20 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to OltenS3 / ...
3h 24m
CHF 44–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Bern122 / ...
6h 40m
CHF 26–36
Drive 258.1 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Solothurn258.1 km
2h 19m
CHF 42–61
Train via Wettingen
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to BadenNightjet
4h 57m
CHF 68–180

Karlsruhe to Solothurn by train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.8 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Solothurn, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Solothurn via Basel SBB and Olten in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Bern twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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