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Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from Frankenthal to Kaiserslautern. The train trip from Frankenthal to Kaiserslautern is usually about one hour and 49 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 28 mi (45 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 16m |
| Lowest price | €18.62 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Frankenthal to Kaiserslautern?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Frankenthal to Kaiserslautern. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 1h 50m | €21.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Frankenthal to Kaiserslautern are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Frankenthal at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kaiserslautern to Frankenthal.
City Information
Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern is a historic city in Germany whose founding dates to the 9th century. The area hosted a hunting retreat for Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in the 12th century. It is now one of the country’s cultural centers, filled with artistic, historical, and outdoorsy attractions.
History fans will love visiting the remains of two medieval castles in Kaiserslautern: the Burg Hohenecken and Nanstein Castle, a bit further out of town. Another popular spot to visit is the city's Japanese garden, complete with a teahouse and koi ponds. The Gartenschau Kaiserslautern is another park, and it appeals especially to kids with its inventive playgrounds and enormous dinosaur models. Finally, the nearby Palatinate Forest offers gorgeous scenery along its many hiking paths.
Kaiserslautern is located between Frankfurt and Germany's border with France, so even though it is not a major metropolis, it is easy to travel to Kaiserslautern. Over 30 intercity bus routes arrive daily in the city, operated by FlixBus, Sindbad, and Union Ivkoni. You can also travel by train, thanks to Deutsche Bahn's connections to many cities throughout Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Frankenthal?
Main departure station: Frankenthal Süd
There are two stations in Frankenthal where you can board the train to Kaiserslautern.
All train stations in Frankenthal:
Frankenthal Süd
Flomersheim
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main arrival station: K3
There are more train stations and stops in Kaiserslautern than most cities. Most trains from Frankenthal will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Kaiserslautern:
Train stations in Kaiserslautern:
K3
Vogelweh
Einsiedlerhof
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