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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Kaiserslautern is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Kaiserslautern is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Kaiserslautern?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Kaiserslautern station. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Kaiserslautern central train station via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Kaiserslautern?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Kaiserslautern, Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Ulm to Kaiserslautern?

The distance between Ulm and Kaiserslautern is 259 km. The road distance is 245.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Kaiserslautern without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €90.

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

The train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbf takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Kaiserslautern bus from?

Ulm to Kaiserslautern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Kaiserslautern train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Kaiserslautern?

The best way to get from Ulm to Kaiserslautern is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Ulm to Kaiserslautern bus arrive?

Ulm to Kaiserslautern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

Where does the Ulm to Kaiserslautern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Kaiserslautern?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Kaiserslautern is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Ulm to Kaiserslautern.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ulm to Kaiserslautern?

Book your Ulm to Kaiserslautern bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kaiserslautern?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ulm to Kaiserslautern by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain 60 / ...
2h 13m
€40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N948 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Kaiserslautern central train stationbus N236
4h 45m
€21–32
Drive 245.3 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Kaiserslauterncar 245.3 km
2h 47m
€46–66
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain S2 / ...
2h 47m
€28–86

Ulm to Kaiserslautern by train

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Distance: 258.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Kaiserslautern central train station via Karlsruhe central train station in around 4h 45m.

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