1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
19
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 19 trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 9590 · S2
ICE 9550
ICE 693 · ICE 1090
TGV 9580+
S2
TGV 9560+
ICE 562
ICE 9556
ICE 9550
TGV 9552
ICE 279 · 4121
ICE 593 · 4119Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 98 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Kaiserslautern Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 58m.
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.43. The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 275 · 4113 | On time 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 8:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1697 · S2 | On time 7:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h56 | 8:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 591 · 4115 | On time 7:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 9:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 151 · S2 | On time 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h57 | 9:59 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 | |
ICE 1020 · 29560 · 29653 | On time 9:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 11:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 593 · 4119 | Delayed 7:56 9:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 11:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 593 · S2 | Delayed 7:56 9:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h09 | 11:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 279 · 4121 | On time 10:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 12:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 9590 · S2 | On time 11:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h58 | 12:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 575 · 4123 | On time 11:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h04 | 13:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 126 · ICE 105 · 4123 | On time 11:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h50 | 13:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 926 · 29564 · 29655 | On time 11:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h11 | 13:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 595 · 4123 | Delayed 9:58 11:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 13:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 595 · S2 | Delayed 9:58 11:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h09 | 13:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
TGV 9552 | On time 12:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 14:23 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 597 · 4127 | Delayed 11:56 13:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 15:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
TGV 9580+ S2 | On time 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h57 | 15:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 373 · 4129 | On time 14:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 16:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 579 · 4131 | On time 15:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h04 | 17:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 122 · ICE 109 · 4131 | On time 15:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h50 | 17:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 28 · 29572 · 29659 | 15:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h13 | 17:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 599 · 4131 | Delayed 13:56 15:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 17:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 599 · S2 | Delayed 13:56 15:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h09 | 17:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 375 · 4133 | On time 16:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 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 771 · 4135 | On time 17:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h04 | 19:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
29528 · 29661 | 17:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h30 | 19:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 26 · 29578 · 29661 | 17:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h13 | 19:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 691 · S2 | Delayed 15:56 17:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h09 | 19:59 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 691 · 4135 | Delayed 15:56 17:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 19:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 9550 | On time 18:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h28 | 20:21 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 773 · S2 | On time 19:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h06 | 21:26 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
29532 · 12756 | 19:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h06 | 21:30 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Kaiserslautern Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Kaiserslautern 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.
Food options include: Antalya, Orient Grill, Öz-Firat Döner Haus, San Marino
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Altes Zollamt, Zum deutschen Michel.