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Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

32 trains operate daily from Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern. The train trip from Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern is usually about 3 hours and 34 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 27 minutes.

Distance60 mi (96 km)
Fastest train2h 27m
Lowest price$53.55
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines2

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Which train should you take from Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern?

2 train services operate from Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 24 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn213h 22m$50.32
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company243h 43m$55.56
  • 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 Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern start from $39, and on average cost . Daily there are 24 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kaiserslautern. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Strasbourg leaves from Krimmeri-Meinau and one other station. And in Kaiserslautern trains arrive at Vogelweh and 2 other train stations.

    From Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 43 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 2 hours and 27 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 48 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 Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern

The distance between Strasbourg and Kaiserslautern is approximately 60 miles, or 96 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 34 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 27 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.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Strasbourg to Kaiserslautern. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Strasbourg at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 32 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 Strasbourg.

City Information

Strasbourg

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Located close to the border with Germany, Strasbourg is a city with a rich cultural history and amazing local landmarks. Make sure you do not make an itinerary through France without including Strasbourg! The city is the seat of many international organizations, and it features a unique Franco-German culture that distinguishes it from other French cities. The most popular local attraction is the Cathédrale Notre Dame, a sandstone Gothic cathedral that is remarkably well-preserved. The cathedral also houses an enormous astronomical clock that has been around since the 17th-century. You can also check out the Petite France district as you stroll around the city. The area is known for its quaint streets and timbered homes along a picturesque canal. If you're traveling with little ones, they'll enjoy the small, free zoo at Parc de l'Orangerie.

Strasbourg's unique geographical location features a vibrant food scene with distinctive cuisines. The Alsace region's top specialties include sauerkraut, flammeküche or flams, and baeckeoffe, a beef and pork stew. For a taste of these local dishes, check out the Skaechele, Zehnerglock, and Restaurant Les Chauvins Père & Fils.

Strasbourg is well-connected to French and German rail networks on SNCF and Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus buses depart from Strasbourg, and it is also easy to go just across the border into Germany to take a bus departing from Kehl.

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 Strasbourg?

Main departure station: Gare Centrale Strasbourg

There are two stations in Strasbourg where you can board the train to Kaiserslautern.

All train stations in Strasbourg:

  • Gare Centrale Strasbourg

  • Krimmeri-Meinau

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

All train stations in Kaiserslautern:

  • Einsiedlerhof

  • Vogelweh

  • K3

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