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Dynamikum
Interactive science centre with hands-on exhibits, ideal for families and curious visitors interested in technology and natural phenomena.
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
1 h 34 m
Trains on 09 Sept
5
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern you need to make at least one change.
ICE 692 · ICE 9556
ICE 612 · 4119
ICE 610 · 4123
ICE 690 · 4121
ICE 598+
TGV 9552
ICE 692 · ICE 9556
ICE 598+
TGV 9552
ICE 612 · 4119
ICE 610 · 4123
ICE 690 · 4121Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 126 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (1h 27m by train vs 2h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 512 · ICE 1090 | Delayed 17:50 19:49Stuttgart Hbf | 1h43 | 21:32 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 9 September | |||||
ICE 692 · ICE 9556 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h32 | 10:21 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 612 · 4119 | On time 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h35 | 11:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · 4121 | On time 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h35 | 12:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 610 · 4123 | On time 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h35 | 13:24 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 598+ TGV 9552 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h34 | 14:23 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:51 |
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Interactive science centre with hands-on exhibits, ideal for families and curious visitors interested in technology and natural phenomena.
Art museum focused on changing contemporary exhibitions, well suited to visitors seeking modern visual culture in the city centre.
Municipal museum on regional history and folklore, housed in a historic complex with objects linked to everyday life in the Palatinate.
Central square above the imperial palace remains, surrounded by historic buildings and a useful starting point for exploring the old town.
Lively square beside the Stiftskirche with markets, fountains and seating, popular for a relaxed pause in the city centre.
Extensive urban park with themed gardens, walking paths and seasonal planting, making it one of the city’s most enjoyable green spaces.
A Pfalz classic of pork stomach stuffed with potatoes, sausage meat and spices. It is strongly tied to regional home cooking and tavern menus.
A coarse liver sausage from the Palatinate, usually served on bread or with potatoes. It is a staple of traditional regional butcher cuisine.
Blood sausage from the Palatinate, commonly eaten with sauerkraut or bread. It is a long-standing part of local farmhouse and pub food traditions.
Established restaurant serving refined German and regional cooking in a smart, comfortable atmosphere suited to a longer meal.
Traditional German brewery-style restaurant known for hearty regional dishes and beers in a lively, casual setting.
Popular Palatinate-style venue with filling local dishes and a friendly tavern feel, good for trying regional comfort food.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually reasonable, and local public transport is affordable for most visitors.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Kaiserslautern Hbf -> Stiftsplatz, Kaiserslautern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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.

Most Stuttgart to Kaiserslautern trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Vogelweh. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Kaiserslautern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt 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: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
Stuttgart Stadtmitte 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: Café le Théatre, Maison Banh Mi, Bangkok Express, Graf Eberhard
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Hansa Hotel, Novum Hotel Boulevard, Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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.
Vogelweh is 4 km from Kaiserslautern city centre. Public transport options include:
Vogelweh 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: McDonald's, Subway, Zimtblüte, Globus Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Vogelweh. ATMs are available at Vogelweh.
Ticket office support is available at Vogelweh. Information desks are available at Vogelweh.
Luggage storage is available at Vogelweh. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vogelweh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vogelweh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vogelweh.
Kaiserslautern West is 1 km from Kaiserslautern city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserslautern West 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: Ronni's Bistro, Domino's, Pizza Attack, Pfaffgrill
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern West. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern West. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kaiserslautern West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kaiserslautern West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern West.
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