Chiasso to Karlsruhe by train

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Overview: trains from Chiasso to Karlsruhe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chiasso to Karlsruhe, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:02 View journey
Last train 21:34 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 15m View journey
Distance (km) 355
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey AU$77.38 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 1m
Train operators 74

Discover Chiasso to Karlsruhe by train

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Train cost between Chiasso and Karlsruhe

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$77.38

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance: AU$100

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train times for travel between Chiasso and Karlsruhe

If you are taking the train from Chiasso to Karlsruhe, you will have 35 trains each day (with a departure every 24 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:02. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:34. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:02, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:34.

Chiasso to Karlsruhe distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 355 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 5 hours and 15 minutes.

Booking Chiasso to Karlsruhe trains in advance

Booking your Chiasso to Karlsruhe tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 7 and a half months before departure.

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Learn even more about travelling from Chiasso to Karlsruhe by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Karlsruhe.

FAQs about the train journey from Chiasso to Karlsruhe

Want to know more about your journey from Chiasso to Karlsruhe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Chiasso to Karlsruhe is 355 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.