The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
37
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 £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 37 trains that leave Basel SBB for Karlsruhe Hbf every day 37 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 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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 2045:161h41Basel SBB6:57Karlsruhe Hbf£251One-way0 changes
ICE 764:461h47Basel SBB6:33Karlsruhe Hbf£251One-way0 changes
ECE 86:461h47Basel SBB8:33Karlsruhe Hbf£271One-way0 changes
ICE 3766:161h40Basel SBB7:56Karlsruhe Hbf£291One-way0 changes
ICE 2027:161h41Basel SBB8:57Karlsruhe Hbf£311One-way0 changes
ICE 3748:161h40Basel SBB9:56Karlsruhe Hbf£591One-way0 changes
ICE 37210:161h40Basel SBB11:56Karlsruhe Hbf£551One-way0 changes
ICE 27814:161h40Basel SBB15:56Karlsruhe Hbf£551One-way0 changes
ICE 37210:161h40Basel SBB11:56Karlsruhe Hbf£691One-way0 changes
ICE 3766:161h40Basel SBB7:56Karlsruhe Hbf£691One-way0 changes
Travel 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 £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 172 km
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£42 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60409 | Delayed 19:30 21:16Basel SBB | 1h48 | 21:17 21:17Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60409 | Delayed 19:30 21:16Basel SBB | 1h48 | 21:17 21:17Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60470 | Delayed 20:21 22:16Basel SBB | 1h58 | 0:14 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60470 | Delayed 20:21 22:16Basel SBB | 1h58 | 0:14 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60402 | On time 23:16 Basel SBB | 2h04 | 1:20 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60402 | On time 23:16 Basel SBB | 2h04 | 1:20 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
ICE 76 | On time 4:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 6:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 76 | On time 4:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 6:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 204 | On time 5:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 6:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 204 | On time 5:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 6:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 267 | 5:50 Basel SBB | 2h12 | 8:02 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 376 | On time 6:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 7:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 376 | On time 6:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 7:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 8 | 6:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 8:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 8 | On time 6:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 8:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 7:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 8:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 374 | On time 8:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 9:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 374 | On time 8:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 9:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 74 | On time 8:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 10:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 74 | On time 8:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 10:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 200 | On time 9:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 10:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 200 | On time 9:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 10:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 372 | On time 10:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 11:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 372 | On time 10:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 11:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 6 | On time 10:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 12:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 6 | On time 10:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 12:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 108 | On time 11:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 12:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 108 | On time 11:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 12:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 370 | On time 12:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 13:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 370 | On time 12:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 13:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE7 | 12:32 Basel SBB | 2h54 | 15:26 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 72 | On time 12:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 14:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 72 | On time 12:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 14:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 106 | On time 13:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 14:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 106 | On time 13:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 14:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 278 | On time 14:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 15:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 278 | On time 14:16 Basel SBB | 1h40 | 15:56 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 4 | 14:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 16:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 4 | On time 14:46 Basel SBB | 1h47 | 16:33 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 104 | On time 15:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 16:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 104 | On time 15:16 Basel SBB | 1h41 | 16:57 Karlsruhe Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf
Trains from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 4:16 |
Last train 20:16 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel SBB and Karlsruhe Hbf from £10. 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)
FlixTrain
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel SBB to Karlsruhe Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlsruhe Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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




