What is the cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen?

The cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen is to bus which costs €17 - €28 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €30 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Kaiserslautern and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaiserslautern station to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Kaiserslautern central train station and arriving at Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kaiserslautern and Esslingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kaiserslautern, Hbf and arriving at Esslingen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen?

The distance between Kaiserslautern and Esslingen is 178 km. The road distance is 164 km.

How do I travel from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen without a car?

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €30 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen?

The train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Esslingen takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Esslingen bus from?

Kaiserslautern to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kaiserslautern central train station.

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Esslingen train from?

Kaiserslautern to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kaiserslautern, Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €30 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €28 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Esslingen bus arrive?

Kaiserslautern to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Esslingen train arrive?

Kaiserslautern to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Esslingen station.

Can I drive from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaiserslautern to Esslingen is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen.

How do I get a train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen?

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

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Kaiserslautern to Esslingen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kaiserslautern to Esslingen by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Esslingentrain 60 / ...
1h 45m
€30–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus N236 / ...
3h 31m
€18–28
Drive 164 km
1. Drive from Kaiserslautern to Esslingencar 164 km
2h 33m
€24–34
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain 47 / ...
2h 20m
€24–140

Kaiserslautern to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 177.9 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Kaiserslautern, Germany and Esslingen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Esslingen twice daily. Tickets cost €30–140 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminal twice daily. Tickets cost €14–25 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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