There are 7 ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten by plane, train, tram, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
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Fly to Stuttgart, train, line 2 tram
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Fly from Zurich (ZRH) to Stuttgart (STR)
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Take the train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe-Durlach
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Take the line 2 tram from Durlach Auer Str./Dr. Schwabe to Karlsruhe Kronenplatz
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Take the train from Karlsruhe Kronenplatz to Forchheim Oberfeldstraße
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Zürich Airport to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof Süd
5 alternative options
Fly to Frankfurt, train
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Fly from Zurich (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)
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Take the train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
Train via Basel
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Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Basel Sbb
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Take the train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
Bus via Forchheim Akazienweg
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Take the bus from Zürich Airport to Karlsruhe central train station
Train
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Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Konstanz
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Take the train from Konstanz to Rastatt
Drive
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Drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Germany from Switzerland
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland
Conditions of entry into Germany from Switzerland
- There are no current restrictions
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Yes, entry into Germany is currently allowed from Switzerland.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Rheinstetten is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Rheinstetten is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Rheinstetten is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
No, returning to Switzerland from Germany is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 29 Jun 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 20 and takes 5h 3m.
The quickest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 28m.
The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Rheinstetten is 170 km. The road distance is 270.7 km.
The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 5m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180.
It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten, including transfers.
The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten is to train via Basel which takes 4h 5m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus via Forchheim Akazienweg, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 24 and takes 4h 58m.
The quickest flight from Zurich Airport to Stuttgart Airport is the direct flight which takes 40 min.
Yes, the driving distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten.
Swiss offers flights from Zurich Airport to Stuttgart Airport.
There are 108+ hotels available in Rheinstetten. Prices start at €87 per night.
- Distance: 169.9 km
- Duration: 2h 50m
What companies run services between Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland and Rheinstetten, Germany?
You can take a train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rheinstetten via Zuerich Hb, Basel SBB, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, KA Hauptbahnhof, Forchheim, and Forchheim Akazienweg in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zürich Airport to Karlsruhe central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €16 - €20 and the journey takes 4h 20m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Zurich to Stuttgart
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €410
Flights from Zurich to Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €750
Flights from Zurich to Frankfurt via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 42m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €750
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Zurich to Stuttgart
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €410
Flights from Zurich to Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €750
- Phone
- 0711 19449
- Website
- vvs.de
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe-Durlach
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS)
- Phone
- +49 711 400 534 44
- Website
- go-ahead-bw.de
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe-Durlach
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Go Ahead BW
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe-Durlach
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €21 - €30
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Frankfurt to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Zuerich Hb to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €23 - €35
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 51m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €40 - €55
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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- Phone
- 0800 2235546
- Website
- abellio.de
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe-Durlach
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 22m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Website
- ABELLIO Rail
- Phone
- +49 721 61070
- info@vbk.karlsruhe.de
- Website
- vbk.info
Tram from Durlach Auer Str./Dr. Schwabe to Karlsruhe Kronenplatz
- Ave. Duration
- 9 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Website
- Verkehrsbetriebe Karlsruhe GmbH
Train from Karlsruhe Kronenplatz to Forchheim Oberfeldstraße
- Ave. Duration
- 24 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Website
- Verkehrsbetriebe Karlsruhe GmbH
- Phone
- +49 721 61075885
- info@avg.karlsruhe.de
- Website
- avg.info
Train from Karlsruhe Kronenplatz to Forchheim Oberfeldstraße
- Ave. Duration
- 25 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Website
- Albtal-Verkehrs-Gesellschaft mbH
Dutch Railways (NS) is the main passenger railway operator in the Netherlands. Founded in 1938, NS connects all major cities in the Netherlands, and offers night trains, international trains, Intercity direct, and trains to and from the airport. NS International is the international subsidiary of NS; their services include high-speed trains such as Thalys, ICE International, Eurostar and TGV, to major European hubs including Paris, London, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt and Lille.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +31 30 751 5155
- Website
- ns.nl
Train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €15 - €40
- Website
- Dutch Railways (NS)
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- €15 - €22
- 1st Class
- €26 - €40
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €30 - €60
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Basel Sbb to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €110
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Zürich Flughafen to Konstanz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 4m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €29 - €55
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Zuerich Hb to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €24 - €35
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €35
- 1st Class
- €24 - €29
- Phone
- +49 (0) 7531 915109
- info@sbb-deutschland.de
- Website
- sbb-deutschland.de
Train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Website
- SBB GmbH
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Zuerich Hb to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €21 - €30
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
Train from Basel Sbb to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €45
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Basel Sbb to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 49m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €110
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €65
- 1st Class
- €80 - €110
- Phone
- +41 71 554 00 00
- Website
- thurbo.ch
Train from Zuerich Flughafen to Konstanz
Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 311682904
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Konstanz to Rastatt
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn Regional
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Zürich Airport to Karlsruhe central train station
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €20
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Zürich Airport to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof Süd
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €20
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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