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Pfalzgalerie Kaiserslautern (mpk)
Major art museum of the Palatinate, known for 19th- to 21st-century painting, sculpture, and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern 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 will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern without transferring at least once.
ICE 103 · 4119
ICE 1020 · 29560 · 29653
ICE 1022 · 29556 · 29651
ICE 1224 · 29578 · 29661
S8 · ICE 773 · S2
ICE 513 · ICE 9556
ICE 517+
TGV 9552
ICE 103 · 4119
ICE 515 · 4121
ICE 105 · 4123Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m 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:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.73 (€-17.73). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 6m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9. 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 | |
ICE 513 · ICE 9556 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h30 | 10:21 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 · 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 515 · 4121 | On time 10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 12:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · 4123 | On time 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 1:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · 17210 | On time 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h14 | 2:13 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 | |
S8 · 17210 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h13 | 2:13 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517+ TGV 9552 | On time 12:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h32 | 2:23 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 · 4127 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 3:24 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1228 · 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 | |
29648 · 29659 | 3:37 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h17 | 5:54 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109 · 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 28 · 29540 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 6:19 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29258 · 29540 | 4:07 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h12 | 6:19 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 · 4133 | 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 1568 · 17212 | On time 4:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h16 | 7:15 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29262 · 17212 | 5:07 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h08 | 7:15 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29528 · 29661 | 5:37 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h17 | 7:54 PM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kaiserslautern run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
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Major art museum of the Palatinate, known for 19th- to 21st-century painting, sculpture, and changing exhibitions.
City history museum with exhibits on Kaiserslautern’s urban development, folk culture, and regional life in historic buildings.
Castle museum in nearby Landstuhl interpreting the history of Nanstein Castle and regional noble heritage.
Large Japanese garden with ponds, bridges, and landscaped paths; among the city’s most distinctive and photogenic places.
Expansive park and leisure area known for themed gardens, dinosaur models, and family-friendly outdoor spaces.
Charming central square lined with historic buildings, ideal for strolling and experiencing the old-town atmosphere.
A Palatinate classic of pork, potatoes, and spices stuffed into a stomach casing, strongly associated with the region around Kaiserslautern.
Traditional liver dumplings often served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread, common in rustic Palatinate cooking.
Regional grilled sausage served with tangy sauerkraut, a hearty everyday specialty in the Palatinate.
Established upscale restaurant known for refined modern cuisine, careful presentation, and an intimate fine-dining setting.
Well-known traditional Palatinate restaurant in Kaiserslautern, valued for regional dishes, beer, and a historic, rustic atmosphere.
Popular brewery-style venue with hearty German dishes and house beer, offering a relaxed atmosphere near the Gartenschau area.
Prices are moderate by German standards. Supermarkets and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafes and bars.
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