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Trip Summary
67 trains operate daily from Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main. The train trip from Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main is usually about 2 hours and 29 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 52 minutes.
Distance | 48 mi (78 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 52m |
Lowest price | $30.02 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main?
2 train services operate from Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 53 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 53 | 2h 34m | $37.36 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 28 | 2h 20m | $40.76 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main start from $30, and on average cost . Daily there are 28 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Rüsselsheim am Main. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kaiserslautern leaves from Einsiedlerhof and 3 other stations. And in Rüsselsheim am Main trains arrive at Rüsselsheim Opelwerk and one other train station.
From Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rüsselsheim am Main faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 52 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Kaiserslautern to Rüsselsheim am Main are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Kaiserslautern at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 67 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 Rüsselsheim am Main to Kaiserslautern.
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 Kaiserslautern?
Main departure station: Einsiedlerhof
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Kaiserslautern where you can board the train.
All train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Einsiedlerhof
Train Station
Vogelweh
K3
Where is the train station in Rüsselsheim am Main?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Rüsselsheim am Main receives travelers from Kaiserslautern at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Rüsselsheim am Main:
Train Station
Rüsselsheim Opelwerk
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