How to get to Kaiserslautern from Düsseldorf

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Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. 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 £27, while a flight costs an average of £176.

Distance: 210 km

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Compare ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern

Compare the available ways to get from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern:

A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern costing on average £75.

A coach is £150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern costing on average £176.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 40m.

Coach takes on average 5h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Kaiserslautern including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £75 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£37. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 3h 10m 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.

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How to get to Kaiserslautern from Düsseldorf by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Kaiserslautern by train

The most popular day trips by train from Kaiserslautern are Saarbrücken, Mannheim, Heidelberg, Frankfurt am Main and Mainz. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kaiserslautern on Omio.

A view of Saarbrücken

Day trip from Kaiserslautern to Saarbrücken by train

Why visit Saarbrücken for the day?

Saarbrücken is the capital of Saarland, known for Baroque architecture and strong French influence. Its riverfront setting, lively old centre and industrial heritage give it a relaxed but distinctly regional character.

A view of Heidelberg

Day trip from Kaiserslautern to Heidelberg by train

Why visit Heidelberg for the day?

Heidelberg is a historic university city on the River Neckar, known for its baroque Altstadt and Heidelberg Castle. A large student population keeps the city lively, while riverside views and the Philosophenweg reflect its Romantic past.

A view of Frankfurt am Main

Day trip from Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main by train

Why visit Frankfurt am Main for the day?

Frankfurt am Main pairs Germany’s best-known skyline with a rebuilt old town and a broad stretch of museums along the Main. Known as a financial hub and trade fair city, it also has apple wine taverns and a distinctly international feel.

A view of Mainz

Day trip from Kaiserslautern to Mainz by train

Why visit Mainz for the day?

Mainz on the Rhine is known for its Roman past, Gutenberg heritage and relaxed wine culture. Its old town, cathedral and riverside give the state capital a lively but easy-going feel.

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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern

Travel to Kaiserslautern easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Kaiserslautern including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern:

A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern costing on average £75.

A coach is £150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern costing on average £176.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Kaiserslautern take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 40m.

Coach takes on average 5h 38m.

The Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern distance is approximately 210 km.
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Kaiserslautern as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Kaiserslautern Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Kaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kaiserslautern by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Air Dolomiti to go to Kaiserslautern by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kaiserslautern by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kaiserslautern and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Düsseldorf to Kaiserslautern, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
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.

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