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

The cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Forbach is to drive which costs €11 - €18 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Forbach is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €11 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Kaiserslautern and Forbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaiserslautern station to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Kaiserslautern central train station and arriving at Bahnhof, Forbach via Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken and Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kaiserslautern and Forbach?

No, there is no direct train from Kaiserslautern to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Kaiserslautern, Hbf and arriving at Forbach(F) via Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Kaiserslautern to Forbach?

The distance between Kaiserslautern and Forbach is 76 km. The road distance is 77.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Forbach without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs €19 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Kaiserslautern to Forbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Forbach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Forbach train from?

Kaiserslautern to Forbach train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Kaiserslautern, Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kaiserslautern to Forbach?

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Forbach is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs €19 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Forbach bus arrive?

Kaiserslautern to Forbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saarbrücken bus station.

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Forbach train arrive?

Kaiserslautern to Forbach train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Saarbrücken Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kaiserslautern to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaiserslautern to Forbach is 77 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Kaiserslautern to Forbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Forbach?

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Kaiserslautern to Forbach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 30 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Kaiserslautern to Forbach by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Saarbrücken HbfRe1
1h 34m
€19–41
Drive 77.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kaiserslautern to Forbach77.2 km
48 min
€12–18
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Saarbrücken bus stationN90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken to Bahnhof, Forbach30
2h 36m

Kaiserslautern to Forbach by train

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Distance: 75.5 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Kaiserslautern, Germany and Forbach, France?

Süwex operates a train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Saarbrücken Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 44 min. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Bahnhof, Forbach via Saarbrücken bus station, Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken, and Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken in around 2h 36m.

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