- Must visit
Städel Museum
One of Germany’s premier art museums, with major European works from Old Masters to contemporary art on the Museumsufer.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport without transferring at least once.
ICE 2597 · ICE 614
ICE 2597 · S9
S44 · S1 · ICE 616
4140 · ICE 612
12721 · 29515+
24333
4140 · ICE 612
4106 · ICE 108
4102 · ICE 200
12721 · 29515
12715 · 29509 · 4257Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 25m.
Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.86 (€-19.52). The journey takes 1h 11m versus 1h 11m 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 Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29654 · 29561 · ICE 25 | On time 8:04 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1h55 | 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
29654 · 4257 | 8:04 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2h30 | 10:34 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
12715 · 29509 · 4257 | 8:31 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2h03 | 10:34 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
12715 · 29509 · 4257+ 24325 | 8:31 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2h12 | 10:43 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
12717 · 29511 | 9:31 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2h03 | 11:34 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
29656 · 4259 | 10:04 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2h30 | 12:34 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
29656 · 29565 · ICE 27 | On time 10:04 AM Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1h55 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 6:34 AM |
Last train 3:00 PM |
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Riverside museum district along the Main, ideal for walking and one of the city’s most culturally rich areas.
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A stylish upscale restaurant blending Austrian and regional influences, suitable for travelers seeking refined dining beyond standard tavern fare.
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Airport prices are higher than in the city. Meals, coffee, and convenience items cost noticeably more than average in Germany.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. For taxis, round up the fare. Tipping is not expected for quick takeaway coffee.
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