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Trip Summary
33 trains operate daily from Trier to Kaiserslautern. The train trip from Trier to Kaiserslautern is usually about 2 hours and 56 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 56 minutes.
Distance | 54 mi (87 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 56m |
Lowest price | £16.50 |
Trains per day | 11 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Trier to Kaiserslautern?
2 train services operate from Trier to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 33 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 33 | 2h 57m | £19.98 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 2h 32m | £16.50 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Trier to Kaiserslautern start from £16, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Trier leaves from Trier Süd . And in Kaiserslautern trains arrive at Train Station .
From Trier to Kaiserslautern train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kaiserslautern faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 56 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Kaiserslautern on a weekend there is typically one Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Trier.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Trier to Kaiserslautern on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Trier 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 33 scheduled trains on most days. 11 of these are direct connections to Kaiserslautern. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kaiserslautern to Trier.
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 Trier?
Main departure station: Trier Süd
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Trier where you can board the train.
All train stations in Trier:
Trier Süd
Ehrang Ort
Pfalzel
Ehrang
Train Station
Quint
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Kaiserslautern has one train station.
Train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Train Station
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