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The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
4 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
270 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Karlsruhe for Lauterbrunnen on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 27 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 27 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.
05:59AM4h27
Karlsruhe10:26AMLauterbrunnen
€481One-way
0 transfers
05:59AM4h27
Karlsruhe10:26AMLauterbrunnen
€481One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, and a bus costs an average of €45.
Distance: 270 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€46 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:53 PM
Last updated at 10:53 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:59 AM Karlsruhe | 4h27 | 10:26 AM Lauterbrunnen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 270 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 22:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Lauterbrunnen from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 26m
Cheapest Price
€38
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen
FAQs: Travel by train from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen.
Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen is €71; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Lauterbrunnen from Karlsruhe is on average 3 h 53 min for the 270 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen leaves at 04: 58. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen leaves at 21: 32.
There are 7 trains a day from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Lauterbrunnen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Karlsruhe and Lauterbrunnen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 32.
A trip to Lauterbrunnen from Karlsruhe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Lauterbrunnen from Karlsruhe including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen
Karlsruhe
Lauterbrunnen
The major train station for departures in Karlsruhe is Karlsruhe Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Karlsruhe Hbf for your trip from Karlsruhe to Lauterbrunnen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
Hotel
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
Karlsruhe-Knielingen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Vesuvio
- El Taco
- Emily’s Thai Spezialitäten
- Pizzeria Steinofen
Karlsruhe, Hbf Südausgang
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmThe major train station for arrivals in Lauterbrunnen is Lauterbrunnen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lauterbrunnen for your journey to Lauterbrunnen from Karlsruhe.
Lauterbrunnen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
Dining
- Restaurant Weidstübli
- Hotel Oberland Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Silberhorn
- Hotel Staubbach
- Hotel Oberland
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 117 places
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Interlaken, Grindelwald, Wengen, and Kleine Scheidegg
Public transit options for Lauterbrunnen
- Bus: Several lines available
- Cable car: Lauterbrunnen-Grütschalp
Most popular train connections from Karlsruhe
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