How to get from Cologne to Kaiserslautern

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What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Kaiserslautern?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Kaiserslautern from Cologne. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 50m
£19
£21
3
Train
2h 50m
£18
£23
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Car
2h 20m
£15
£16
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What is the cheapest way to reach Kaiserslautern from Cologne?

You can reach Kaiserslautern with just £15 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £18
Wednesday
from £20
Thursday
Friday
from £21
Saturday
from £24
Sunday
from £24
Monday
from £15

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    19:09
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 23m
    0
    19:37
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 12m
    0
    19:48
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 54m
    0
    20:06
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 46m
    0
    07:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    11:26
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 52m
    0
    20:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 0m
    0
    18:27
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:27
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 28m
    0
    19:32
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    03:38
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 30m
    0
    03:38
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    08:08
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 58m
    0
    02:32
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 36m
    0
    02:32
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    08:08
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 50m
    0
    05:31
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    08:21
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 1m
    0
    03:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    08:21
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 18m
    0
    20:09
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    23:27
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 52m
    0
    05:29
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    08:21
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    19:50
    Cologne
    22:30
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £15
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    16:00
    Cologne
    18:20
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    19:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:30
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 50m
    0
    15:30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    18:20
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    03:38
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 41m
    0
    03:49
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 52m
    0
    20:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 0m
    0
    18:27
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:27
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23

What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Kaiserslautern?

You can get to Kaiserslautern from Cologne in just 2h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 2h 54m
Wednesday
from 2h 52m
Thursday
Friday
from 3h 52m
Saturday
from 2h 50m
Sunday
from 4h 50m
Monday
from 2h 20m

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 54m
    0
    20:06
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 12m
    0
    19:48
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 23m
    0
    19:37
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    19:09
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £18
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 52m
    0
    20:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 28m
    0
    19:32
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 37m
    0
    19:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    23:27
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 46m
    0
    07:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    11:26
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £20
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    03:38
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 17m
    0
    07:09
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    11:26
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 30m
    0
    03:38
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    08:08
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 58m
    0
    02:32
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 50m
    0
    05:31
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    08:21
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 50m
    0
    20:37
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    23:27
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 52m
    0
    05:29
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    08:21
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 18m
    0
    20:09
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    23:27
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £27

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 20m
    0
    16:00
    Cologne
    18:20
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    19:50
    Cologne
    22:30
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £15
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 50m
    0
    15:30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    18:20
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    19:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:30
    Kaiserslautern
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 52m
    0
    20:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:00
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 41m
    0
    03:49
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 46m
    0
    07:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    11:26
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    03:38
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    07:30
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:25
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    02:15
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    07:50
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    23:45
    Kaiserslautern
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cologne to Kaiserslautern

What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Kaiserslautern?

In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, while in Kaiserslautern you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, West Train Station or Hohenecken Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kaiserslautern from Cologne? With 6 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Kaiserslautern, you can pay as low as £15 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Kaiserslautern in just 2h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Kaiserslautern are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Kaiserslautern is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Otterbach, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Kaiserslautern?

The most popular companies between Cologne and Kaiserslautern, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Kaiserslautern

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Kaiserslautern. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Kaiserslautern

How can I reach Kaiserslautern from Cologne?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Kaiserslautern from Cologne.

How far is Kaiserslautern from Cologne?

The distance between Cologne and Kaiserslautern is 175.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Kaiserslautern?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 30 kgs, and a flight 43 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Kaiserslautern?

You can get to Kaiserslautern with just £15 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Kaiserslautern?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kaiserslautern in just 2h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Cologne and to Kaiserslautern

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne and to Kaiserslautern. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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