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Trip Summary
You can pick from 55 daily train trips between Kaiserslautern and Erfurt. The average train journey from Kaiserslautern to Erfurt takes 6 hours and 31 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 4 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 180 mi (290 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 37m |
| Lowest price | £39.08 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Erfurt?
2 train services operate from Kaiserslautern to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 44 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 44 | 6h 27m | £62.39 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 11 | 7h 3m | £65.85 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kaiserslautern to Erfurt start from £39, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erfurt. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kaiserslautern leaves from Einsiedlerhof and one other station. And in Erfurt trains arrive at Vieselbach and 3 other train stations.
From Kaiserslautern to Erfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erfurt faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 37 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 14 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Erfurt.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kaiserslautern and Erfurt is approximately 180 miles, or 290 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 37 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.
Trains departing from Kaiserslautern to Erfurt tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kaiserslautern at 00:00 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 55 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 Erfurt 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.
Erfurt
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Erfurt is the capital and largest city in the German state of Thuringia. Most of the city was built and designed in the Middle Ages, so prepare to be charmed by narrow pedestrian streets, quaint bridges, and gorgeous green spaces like the Egapark. As you stroll around the city centre, keep your eyes peeled for as many as 25 churches of different architectural styles. A unique sight in Erfurt is the Krämerbrücke, or merchants' bridge, arguably the most popular attraction in the city. This 15th-century arched bridge has houses built on either side, in a design that was common in medieval Europe.
Fitting for a large city, Erfurt does not disappoint when it comes to dining options. The most popular local restaurants you should consider visiting are EAT Erfurt and Gasthaus Feuerkugel. Or simply stop at any of the many stalls offering Thüringer Bratwurst, a regional delicacy!
Although there is a small airport for Erfurt, the route options are very limited. Most air passengers will travel through the Frankfurt airport and connect to Erfurt via coach or train. Erfurt's train station is actually one of the central hubs of Germany's Deutsche Bahn rail system. Much of the train service to and from Erfurt is on high-speed trains, so journeys to Munich, Berlin, and Nuremberg take hardly any time. FlixBus connects Erfurt to many additional destinations via affordable coach trips.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main departure station: K3
There are two stations in Kaiserslautern where you can board the train to Erfurt.
All train stations in Kaiserslautern:
K3
Einsiedlerhof
Where is the train station in Erfurt?
Main arrival station: Vieselbach
There are more train stations and stops in Erfurt than most cities. Most trains from Kaiserslautern will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erfurt:
Train stations in Erfurt:
Vieselbach
Erfurt-Bischleben
Stotternheim
Kühnhausen
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