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Trip Summary
24 trains operate daily from Kaiserslautern to Knokke-Heist. The train trip from Kaiserslautern to Knokke-Heist is usually about 9 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 237 mi (381 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 0m |
| Lowest price | £64.15 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Knokke-Heist?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Kaiserslautern to Knokke-Heist. However, there are 24 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 24 | 8h 39m | £96.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kaiserslautern and Knokke-Heist is approximately 237 miles, or 381 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 54 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Kaiserslautern to Knokke-Heist on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Kaiserslautern at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 24 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 Knokke-Heist 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 centres, 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 coach 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: Vogelweh
There are two stations in Kaiserslautern where you can board the train to Knokke-Heist.
All train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Vogelweh
Einsiedlerhof
Where is the train station in Knokke-Heist?
Main arrival station: Heist
Knokke-Heist has one train station.
Train stations in Knokke-Heist:
Heist
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