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Trip Summary
There are 3 daily trains from Forbach to Kaiserslautern. Traveling by train from Forbach to Kaiserslautern usually takes around one hour and 43 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 58 minutes.
| Distance | 42 mi (68 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 58m |
| Lowest price | £19.38 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Forbach to Kaiserslautern?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Forbach to Kaiserslautern. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 3 | 1h 44m | £27.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Forbach to Kaiserslautern tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Forbach at 10:00 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 3 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 Forbach.
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 Forbach?
Main departure station: 8 Place Robert Schuman
There is one train station in Forbach.
All train stations in Forbach:
8 Place Robert Schuman
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main arrival station: K3
Kaiserslautern receives travelers from Forbach at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Kaiserslautern:
K3
Einsiedlerhof
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