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Ostend to Kaiserslautern Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 57 daily train trips available from Ostend to Kaiserslautern. Traveling by train from Ostend to Kaiserslautern usually takes 8 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 6 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance245 mi (395 km)
Fastest train6h 40m
Lowest price$36.69
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

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Which train should you take from Ostend to Kaiserslautern?

2 train services operate from Ostend to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 32 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn327h 40m$108.55
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company269h 54m$107.66
  • 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 Ostend to Kaiserslautern start from $37, and on average cost . Daily there are 26 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Ostend leaves from Oostende . And in Kaiserslautern trains arrive at Train Station and 5 other train stations.

    From Ostend to Kaiserslautern train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 54 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 6 hours and 40 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 37 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Kaiserslautern.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Ostend to Kaiserslautern

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Ostend 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 Ostend and Kaiserslautern is approximately 245 miles, or 395 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 40 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.

Trains departing from Ostend 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Ostend at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 57 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 Ostend.

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 Ostend?

Main departure station: Oostende

There is one train station in Ostend.

All train stations in Ostend:

  • Oostende

Where is the train station in Kaiserslautern?

Main arrival station: Train Station

There are more train stations and stops in Kaiserslautern than most cities. Most trains from Ostend will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Kaiserslautern:

All train stations in Kaiserslautern:

  • Train Station

  • K3

  • Einsiedlerhof

  • Vogelweh

  • Kaiserslautern West

  • Kennelgarten

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