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Trip Summary
72 trains operate daily from Kolding to Kaiserslautern. The train trip from Kolding to Kaiserslautern is usually about 11 hours and 48 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 425 mi (683 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 15m |
Lowest price | £56.64 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kolding to Kaiserslautern?
2 train services operate from Kolding to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 68 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 68 | 11h 42m | £111.46 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 13h 42m | £74.41 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kolding to Kaiserslautern start from £74, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kolding leaves from Kolding st . And in Kaiserslautern trains arrive at Kaiserslautern West and 3 other train stations.
From Kolding to Kaiserslautern train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 13 hours and 42 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 9 hours and 15 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kolding and Kaiserslautern is approximately 425 miles, or 683 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 15 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 Kolding to Kaiserslautern on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Kolding at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 72 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 Kaiserslautern to Kolding.
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 Kolding?
Main departure station: Kolding st
There is one train station in Kolding.
All train stations in Kolding:
Kolding st
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main arrival station: Einsiedlerhof
There are more train stations and stops in Kaiserslautern than most cities. Most trains from Kolding will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Kaiserslautern:
Train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Einsiedlerhof
Vogelweh
Kennelgarten
Train Station
K3
Kaiserslautern West
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