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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$22
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$37
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 20
27
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 926 · 29564 · 2965511:59 AM1h55Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1:54 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$221One-way2 transfers- ICE 617 · S210:51 PM1h58Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:49 AMKaiserslautern Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1022 · 29556 · 296517:59 AM1h55Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:54 AMKaiserslautern Hbf$221One-way2 transfers
- S8 · ICE 95506:30 PM1h51Frankfurt am Main Flughafen8:21 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$241One-way1 transfer
- ICE 615 · ICE 9358:51 PM1h52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:43 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$261One-way1 transfer
- ICE 513 · 43478:51 AM1h28Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:19 AMKaiserslautern Hbf$371One-way1 transfer
- ICE 517 · ICE 955412:51 PM1h30Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:21 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$371One-way1 transfer
- ICE 107 · 41271:51 PM1h33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:24 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$421One-way1 transfer
- ICE 109 · 41313:51 PM1h33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station5:24 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$431One-way1 transfer
- ICE 519 · 41292:51 PM1h33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:24 PMKaiserslautern Hbf$431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Kaiserslautern Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 34m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.49 (€-21.65). The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1022 · 29556 · 29651 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 9:54 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 573 · S3 · 38886 | 8:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h30 | 11:15 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · 4347 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h28 | 10:19 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2513 · 4119 | On time 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 11:24 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1020 · 29560 · 29653 | On time 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 11:54 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 119 · S2 | On time 10:03 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h56 | 11:59 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 915 · S1 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h11 | 12:33 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29514 · 12724 | 10:24 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h03 | 12:27 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 217 · S2 | On time 11:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h58 | 12:59 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2515 · 4123 | On time 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 1:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 926 · 29564 · 29655 | On time 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 1:54 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517+ TGV 9552 | On time 12:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h32 | 2:23 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2517 · 4127 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 3:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 228 · 29568 · 29657 | On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 3:54 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 · 4129 | On time 2:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 4:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2519 · 4131 | On time 3:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 5:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 28 · 29572 · 29659 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 5:54 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 611 · 4133 | On time 4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 6:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 611 · ICE 562 | On time 4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h42 | 6:33 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 201 · 4135 | On time 5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h31 | 7:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 26 · 29578 · 29661 | On time 5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 7:54 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 613 · 4147 | On time 6:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 8:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · 4581 · S2 | 7:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h26 | 9:26 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 10:30. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 10:30 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kaiserslautern Hbf from $9 (€7). 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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern Hbf trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kaiserslautern Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Kaiserslautern Hbf from Kaiserslautern city centre
Kaiserslautern Hbf train station facilities and services
Kaiserslautern Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Antalya, Orient Grill, Öz-Firat Döner Haus, San Marino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Altes Zollamt, Zum deutschen Michel.
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