1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£99
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£102
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
4 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
4 h 25 m
Trains on 09 Sept
2
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Kaiserslautern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Kaiserslautern will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 2 trains from Zurich to Kaiserslautern, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 238 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £222.
Distance: 238 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £222 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Zurich to Kaiserslautern:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Kaiserslautern costing on average £62.
A coach is £193 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Kaiserslautern costing on average £222.
Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
Coach takes on average 10h 50m.
The journey is about 31m faster (4h 1m by train vs 4h 32m by car) and roughly £32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£62 vs £94). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kaiserslautern trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:59 Zurich | 4h24 | 12:23 Kaiserslautern | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:59 Zurich | 4h25 | 13:24 Kaiserslautern | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Zurich to Kaiserslautern run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Discover the best of Kaiserslautern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kaiserslautern trip today.
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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Kaiserslautern trains use the Zürich HB to Kaiserslautern Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Kaiserslautern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
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.
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