How to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern

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Compare train for Vienna to Kaiserslautern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, while a flight costs an average of $444.

Distance: 400 miles (644 km)

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Driving

$175

Average price

$65

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Cheapest

$444

Average price

$169

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 47m

Average total duration

8h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 56m

Average total duration

13h 26m

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30m

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4h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 50m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

1.9 - 3.9kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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KLM

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern

Compare the available ways to get from Vienna to Kaiserslautern, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is a bus with an average price of $65 (€55).

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Kaiserslautern:

A bus is $110 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Kaiserslautern costing on average $175 (€147).

A bus is $380 (€318) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Kaiserslautern costing on average $444 (€373).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 47m.

Bus takes on average 13h 56m.

Yes, you can take a train between Vienna and Kaiserslautern.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $175 (€147) compared to roughly $169 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$6 (-€5). The journey takes 8h 17m versus 7h 32m 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.

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from Vienna to Kaiserslautern

How to get from Vienna to Kaiserslautern by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:45 PM13h55
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    1:40 PMKaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:45 PM13h55
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    1:40 PMKaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS269
    5:40 PM1h10
    Vienna International Airport
    6:50 PMStuttgart Airport
    $4901One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 · ICE 9550
    11:28 AM8h23
    Vienna
    7:51 PMKaiserslautern Hbf
    $1081One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1214 · ICE 912 · ICE 9550
    11:13 AM8h38
    Vienna
    7:51 PMKaiserslautern Hbf
    $1081One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 118+ÖBBRE1+ÖBB | InterCityIC 546
    8:34 AM9h50
    Vienna Airport
    6:24 PMKaiserslautern Hbf
    $1571One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM14h15
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    1:40 PMKaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)
    $711One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 PM11h35
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    5:10 AMKaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)
    $841One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:05 AM16h40
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    11:45 PMKaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof)
    $1021One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2759
    7:35 PM1h15
    Vienna International Airport
    8:50 PMStuttgart Airport
    $1911One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS269
    5:35 PM1h15
    Vienna International Airport
    6:50 PMStuttgart Airport
    $2891One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesLX3535+Helvetic AirwaysLX1174
    3:00 PM4h40
    Vienna International Airport
    7:40 PMStuttgart Airport
    $3381One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern

Travel to Kaiserslautern 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 Vienna to Kaiserslautern.

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You can travel between Vienna and Kaiserslautern by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is a bus with an average price of $65 (€55).

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Kaiserslautern:

A bus is $110 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Kaiserslautern costing on average $175 (€147).

A bus is $380 (€318) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Kaiserslautern costing on average $444 (€373).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 47m.

Bus takes on average 13h 56m.

The distance from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is approximately 400 miles (644 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Kaiserslautern is:
  • Around 97 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Kaiserslautern as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Kaiserslautern:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Kaiserslautern Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Kaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Kaiserslautern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kaiserslautern by bus.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Croatia Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Eurowings, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Kaiserslautern by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight to go to Kaiserslautern by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Kaiserslautern with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 18 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Kaiserslautern often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kaiserslautern and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kaiserslautern to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Kaiserslautern, allowing time to visit attractions like the Palatinate Forest, the Japanese Garden, and the Kaiserslautern Zoo.
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