Train from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern on 28 January
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Deutsche BahnTrain
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kaiserslautern. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 40mAverage duration
42 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£9 - £9Average duration1h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£17 - £40Average duration1h 22m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£8 - £8Average duration1h 20m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern is 1h 22m, covering a distance of 42 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern departs at 06:59. And the latest train departs at 18:59.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £33 to £46 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Kaiserslautern based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2026-01-31.

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