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Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf train

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Kaiserslautern - Friedrichsdorf Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 12 daily train trips between Kaiserslautern and Friedrichsdorf. The average train journey from Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf takes 3 hours and 12 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 22 minutes.

Distance69 mi (111 km)
Fastest train2h 22m
Lowest price€19.94
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf?

There are 3 train lines with service from Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 6 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity-Express12h 39m€27.94
Deutsche Bahn63h 14m€26.95
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company63h 13m€36.84
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf start from €20, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Friedrichsdorf. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kaiserslautern leaves from Train Station . And in Friedrichsdorf trains arrive at Köppern .

    From Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Friedrichsdorf faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 22 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf. 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 Kaiserslautern and Friedrichsdorf is approximately 69 miles, or 111 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 22 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Kaiserslautern to Friedrichsdorf. 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 05:00 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 12 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 Friedrichsdorf to Kaiserslautern.

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 Kaiserslautern?

Main departure station: Train Station

There is one train station in Kaiserslautern.

All train stations in Kaiserslautern:

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Friedrichsdorf?

Main arrival station: Köppern

Friedrichsdorf has one train station.

Train stations in Friedrichsdorf:

  • Köppern

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