FRANKFURT AM MAIN to KAISERSLAUTERN train from £7 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,RB)

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ICE 9556
8:531h28
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
10:21Kaiserslautern Hbf
£181One-way
0 changes
ICE 277 · 4347
8:501h29
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
10:19Kaiserslautern Hbf
£181One-way
1 change
ICE 9590 · S2
11:011h58
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
12:59Kaiserslautern Hbf
£181One-way
1 change
TGV 9580+S2
14:021h57
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
15:59Kaiserslautern Hbf
£181One-way
1 change
ICE 915 · S1
10:222h11
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
12:33Kaiserslautern Hbf
£201One-way
1 change

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Compare coach and train for Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 99 km

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£29 Average Price	£10 Average Price Cheapest
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
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Direct Options	Direct Options

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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern trains for today, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 109 · 4131	Delayed 15:14 15:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	17:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 109 · ICE 562	Delayed 15:14 15:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h42	18:33 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 2555 · 4133	Delayed 15:00 16:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	18:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 611 · ICE 562	Delayed 15:12 16:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h42	18:33 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 611 · 4133	Delayed 15:12 16:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	18:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
TGV 9560+ICE 562	On time 16:55 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h38	18:33 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 691 · 4135	On time 17:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	19:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 201 · 4135	Delayed 15:54 17:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	19:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 5327 · 4147	On time 18:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	20:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 613 · 4147	Delayed 16:58 18:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	20:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
S8 · 4581 · S2	19:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	2h26	21:26 Kaiserslautern Hbf	2 changes
ICE 5329 · S1	On time 20:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h02	22:52 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 615 · S1	Delayed 18:56 20:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h01	22:52 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 695 · 4149	On time 21:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	23:27 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 205 · 4149	On time 21:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h36	23:27 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
29538 · 12762	22:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h20	0:31 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
Sunday 26 July
ECE 151 · S2	On time 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h57	9:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 277 · 4347	On time 8:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h29	10:19 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 513 · 4347	On time 8:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h28	10:19 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 9556	On time 8:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h28	10:21 Kaiserslautern Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 573 · 4119	On time 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h04	11:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
4659 · S2	9:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h25	11:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 103 · 4119	On time 9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	11:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 119 · S2	On time 10:03 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h56	11:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
29514 · 12724	10:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h15	12:27 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 915 · S1	On time 10:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h11	12:33 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 2583 · S1	On time 10:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h58	12:33 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 217 · S2	On time 11:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h58	12:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 9590 · S2	On time 11:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h58	12:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 595 · 4123	On time 11:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	13:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 105 · 4123	On time 11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	13:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 517+TGV 9552	On time 12:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h32	14:23 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
TGV 9552	On time 12:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h30	14:23 Kaiserslautern Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 597 · 4127	On time 13:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	15:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 107 · 4127	On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	15:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
TGV 9580+S2	On time 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h57	15:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 2553 · 4129	On time 14:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	16:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 519 · 4129	On time 14:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	16:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
ICE 109 · 4131	On time 15:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h33	17:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern

Germany

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £7

Distance

99 km

Average train duration

1h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

£10

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 28m

First train

0:09

Last train

23:43

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £7

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Kaiserslautern from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 28m

Cheapest Price

£10

Deutsche Bahn frequency

16 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.

Quiet zone

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TGV

About

TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 30m

Cheapest Price

£29

TGV frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks

Cancellation Policy

According to fare conditions and ticket type

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class

Seat reservation

Included in first class, optional fee in second class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Learn more about TGV

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 27m

Cheapest Price

£33

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

14 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 1m

Cheapest Price

£35

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency

3 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kaiserslautern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £29.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 16 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern is 99 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern leaves at 0:09.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern departs at 23:43.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern run approximately 16 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Kaiserslautern. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

To get from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern.

The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Kaiserslautern is Frankfurt Airport long-distance station, and it arrives at Kaiserslautern Hbf.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern is by coach, costing approximately £7.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern offers scenic views of the picturesque Rhineland-Palatinate countryside, including lush forests, rolling hills, and charming villages, providing a pleasant visual experience.

Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 28m and a distance of 99 km. Trains run 17 times per day.

Spending two to three days in Kaiserslautern is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Palatinate Gallery of Art, the Japanese Garden, and the Fritz Walter Stadium.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Kaiserslautern

Most Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Vogelweh. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Kaiserslautern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Kaiserslautern

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Kaiserslautern leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kaiserslautern leave from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. The station is 11 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · £2

Trn · 12m · £3

S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · £6

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £1 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.