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Trip Summary
There are 46 daily trains from Kaiserslautern to Bratislava. Traveling by train from Kaiserslautern to Bratislava usually takes around 10 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 9 hours and 8 minutes.
Distance | 435 mi (700 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 8m |
Lowest price | £85.21 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Bratislava?
2 train services operate from Kaiserslautern to Bratislava. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 46 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 9h 30m | £120.53 |
Deutsche Bahn | 46 | 10h 17m | £118.66 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kaiserslautern and Bratislava is approximately 435 miles, or 700 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 8 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Kaiserslautern to Bratislava. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Kaiserslautern at 04:00 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 46 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.
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.
Bratislava
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The capital of Slovakia and a beautiful city straddling two sides of the Danube, Bratislava is a popular tourist destination in Europe that features plenty of attractions. Tourists often flock to the Old Town quarter, a historic area that dates back to several centuries. In this quarter, you can also find the magnificent Baroque Palaces, with their awe-inspiring architecture, as well as Mozart House, where Mozart performed for the Palffy clan when he was only six years old. Don't miss out on the chance to marvel at the Gothic Cathedral of St. Martin, the coronation church for the kings and queens of Hungary for three centuries.
As the capital of Slovakia, Bratislava naturally features many world-famous restaurants that serve the finest local specialties. Special mentions go to the Modrá Hviezda, a small restaurant in the Old Town quarter of the city. However, for the best local dishes, try the Bratislava Flagship.
The primary train station in Bratislava is the Bratislava-Petrzalka. Bus service also makes Bratislava accessible from many major cities in Eastern Europe. Flights go through the nearby M. R. Štefánik Airport, located just 5.1 miles away from the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main departure station: Kennelgarten
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Kaiserslautern where you can board the train.
All train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Kennelgarten
Vogelweh
Einsiedlerhof
Train Station
K3
Kaiserslautern West
Where is the train station in Bratislava?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bratislava-Petrzalka
Built in 1897, the Bratislava-Petrzalka railway station is a bright and airy train station in the borough of Petržalka, in the southern part of Bratislava. It went through a significant renovation in the 1990s and became the terminal station for trains running to and from Vienna. The current station features a wide range of on-site amenities, including a vast waiting lounge and public restrooms. Bus lines connect the station with the city center and other major stations in Bratislava.
Train stations in Bratislava:
Bratislava-Petrzalka
Bratislava hl.st.
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