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Baden-Baden - Kaiserslautern Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 69 daily trains from Baden-Baden to Kaiserslautern. Traveling by train from Baden-Baden to Kaiserslautern usually takes around 2 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 50 minutes.

Distance51 mi (83 km)
Fastest train1h 50m
Lowest price€31.29
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Baden-Baden to Kaiserslautern?

2 train services operate from Baden-Baden to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 69 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity13h 28m€26.64
Deutsche Bahn692h 51m€31.35
  • Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Baden-Baden to Kaiserslautern. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between Baden-Baden and Kaiserslautern is approximately 51 miles, or 83 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 51 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 50 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Baden-Baden to Kaiserslautern on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Baden-Baden at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 69 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 Baden-Baden.

City Information

Kaiserslautern

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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 centers, 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 bus 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 Baden-Baden?

Main departure station: Baden-Baden Rebland

Baden-Baden has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Kaiserslautern.

All train stations in Baden-Baden:

  • Baden-Baden Rebland

  • Baden-Baden Haueneberstein

  • Train Station

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 Baden-Baden will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Kaiserslautern:

Train stations in Kaiserslautern:

  • Einsiedlerhof

  • K3

  • Vogelweh

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