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Trip Summary
There are 68 daily trains from Kaiserslautern to Mainz. Traveling by train from Kaiserslautern to Mainz usually takes around 2 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in one hour and 57 minutes.
Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 57m |
Lowest price | €20.07 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kaiserslautern to Mainz?
2 train services operate from Kaiserslautern to Mainz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 35 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 35 | 2h 57m | €25.87 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 35 | 2h 29m | €26.31 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Kaiserslautern to Mainz start from €20, and on average cost . Daily there are 35 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Mainz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Kaiserslautern leaves from Einsiedlerhof and 2 other stations. And in Mainz trains arrive at Mainz-Laubenheim and 3 other train stations.
From Kaiserslautern to Mainz train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Mainz faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 57 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Kaiserslautern to Mainz tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kaiserslautern 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 68 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 Mainz to Kaiserslautern.
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 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.
Mainz
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Mainz is the state of Rhineland-Palatinate’s capital city and is located along the Rhine River, close to Frankfurt. The city is a cultural center and a transportation hub in the region, known for its delightful wine and historic buildings. The most iconic building in the city is the Mainz Cathedral, a grand Romanesque cathedral over 1,000 years old. The cathedral dominates the historic market square, surrounded by other charming buildings like the iconic half-timbered houses of the area.
Also off the historic market square, you'll find the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to the history of printing and home to two of Johannes Gutenberg's Bibles. Mainz includes several other noteworthy museums to round out your visit: the Museum of Ancient Seafaring with a focus on Roman ships, Kunsthalle de Mayence, a museum of art, and Landesmuseum Mainz, which focuses on local history.
The Frankfurt Airport is the airport closest to Mainz, and it's easy to take a train to Frankfurt before catching a flight. Of course, trains also connect to other German cities like Stuttgart, Munich, and Hamburg. Mainz is also accessible via intercity bus routes that cover most of Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?
Main departure station: Einsiedlerhof
Kaiserslautern has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Mainz.
All train stations in Kaiserslautern:
Einsiedlerhof
Vogelweh
K3
Where is the train station in Mainz?
Main arrival station: Mainz-Laubenheim
There are more train stations and stops in Mainz than most cities. Most trains from Kaiserslautern will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Mainz:
Train stations in Mainz:
Mainz-Laubenheim
Mainz-Mombach
Mainz Nord
Mainz-Marienborn
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