The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 9 trains that leave Basel SBB for Karlsruhe Hbf every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 202
ICE 1178
ICE 374
ICE 78
ICE 374
ICE 78
ICE 78
ICE 202
ICE 202
ICE 374Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 172 km
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2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1178 | On time 04:37 Basel SBB | 1h54 | 06:31 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1178 | On time 04:37 Basel SBB | 1h54 | 06:31 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 267 | 04:50 Basel SBB | 2h13 | 07:03 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 374 | On time 05:06 Basel SBB | 1h51 | 06:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 374 | On time 05:06 Basel SBB | 1h51 | 06:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 78 | On time 06:06 Basel SBB | 1h43 | 07:49 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 78 | On time 06:06 Basel SBB | 1h43 | 07:49 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 06:13 Basel SBB | 1h45 | 07:58 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 06:13 Basel SBB | 1h45 | 07:58 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 03:37 |
Last train 17:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB trains will get you between Basel SBB and Karlsruhe Hbf from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
FAQs: Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel SBB and Karlsruhe Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
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