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Archäologischer Park Cambodunum
Archaeological park museum and Roman excavations explaining everyday life in ancient Cambodunum through ruins and displays.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sonthofen to Kempten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sonthofen to Kempten will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 11 trains from Sonthofen to Kempten, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.
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Trains from Sonthofen to Kempten run on average 5 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 21m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sonthofen to Kempten.
The table below shows live departures for Sonthofen to Kempten trains for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3684 | 8:01 Sonthofen | 0h31 | 8:32 Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
3686 | 9:00 Sonthofen | 0h32 | 9:32 Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
3688 | 11:00 Sonthofen | 0h31 | 11:31 Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
3690 | 12:00 Sonthofen | 0h32 | 12:32 Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Archaeological park museum and Roman excavations explaining everyday life in ancient Cambodunum through ruins and displays.
City museum in the Zumsteinhaus presenting Kempten’s history, local culture and changing temporary exhibitions.
Branch of the city museum in the former residence, where furnished rooms and displays illustrate princely abbey life.
Main square framed by historic buildings, shops and cafés, ideal for people-watching and exploring the old town on foot.
Green riverside walking and cycling area along the Iller, popular for relaxed strolls, views and local outdoor life.
Historic hill area around the basilica and residence, best explored on foot for architecture, viewpoints and quiet lanes.
Cheese noodles layered with fried onions, a Swabian-Allgäu comfort dish found across Kempten and nearby Alpine farms.
Crisp potato cakes often served with apple purée or sauerkraut. A longstanding southern German staple popular in Bavarian homes and inns.
Cheese pressed from fresh mountain cheese and butter, often flavoured with paprika or caraway. It is a classic Allgäu beer-garden spread.
Stylish restaurant known for modern German cooking, careful presentation and a more refined atmosphere than a classic tavern.
Traditional Bavarian inn in the old town serving Allgäu classics, local beer and hearty seasonal dishes in a rustic setting.
Established brewery restaurant with regional food, house beers and a lively, informal atmosphere close to central Kempten.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf -> ZUM Kempten, Kempten (Allgäu)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sonthofen to Kempten 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 Kempten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sonthofen to Kempten trains use the Sonthofen to Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at St Mang. Use this guide to compare Sonthofen and Kempten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sonthofen 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: IO Cafebar, Gasthof zum Löwen, Handwerk, Taverna Santorini
Wi-Fi is available at Sonthofen. ATMs are available at Sonthofen.
Ticket office support is available at Sonthofen. Information desks are available at Sonthofen.
Luggage storage is available at Sonthofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sonthofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sonthofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sonthofen.
Nearby hotels include Gasthof Hirsch, Gasthof zum Löwen, Deutsches Haus, Kaisers kleines Stadthotel.
Altstädten(Allgäu) is 3 km from Sonthofen city centre. Public transport options include:
Altstädten(Allgäu) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gasthof Schäffler, Hanne & Lotte
Wi-Fi is available at Altstädten(Allgäu). ATMs are available at Altstädten(Allgäu).
Ticket office support is available at Altstädten(Allgäu). Information desks are available at Altstädten(Allgäu).
Luggage storage is available at Altstädten(Allgäu). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Altstädten(Allgäu): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Altstädten(Allgäu): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Altstädten(Allgäu).
Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu) 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: Sushi & Nem, Pizza Royal, Art of Shisha, China-Town
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include BigBOX ALLGÄU Hotel, Art Hotel Allgäu, Green Living Inn.
St Mang is 2 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
St Mang 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: Zum Löwen, China-Town, Seinerzeit, San Remo
Wi-Fi is available at St Mang. ATMs are available at St Mang.
Ticket office support is available at St Mang. Information desks are available at St Mang.
Luggage storage is available at St Mang. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Mang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Mang: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Mang.
Nearby hotels include Green Living Inn.
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost 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: Cafe Zimmermann, Lenz im Hirsch, Sportheim SV Lenzfried, Allgäu Hütte
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Nearby hotels include Landhotel Hirsch, Bayerischer Hof, Berg-Café.
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