This is the well-known tip for frequent travellers and cross-border commuters: to get to Frankfurt, Karlsruhe or Stuttgart, it is often cheaper and faster to take the train (ICE or Regional Express) from Kehl station (Bahnhof Kehl) rather than from Strasbourg Central Station.
However, a difficulty remains: how to reach Kehl station from your home in Strasbourg with two 20kg suitcases? The tram is slow and crowded, and leaving your car in Germany is risky. VTC Strasbourg DMD offers you the ideal connection solution: a door-to-station transfer, fast and comfortable.
1. Why choose Kehl station rather than Strasbourg?
If you are still hesitating for your next trip to Germany, here is why many customers ask us for this drop-off:
- The Ticket Price: Deutsche Bahn (DB) fares are often lower for domestic German journeys (from Kehl) than for international journeys (from France).
- Direct connections: Many regional trains depart from Kehl without requiring complex changes in Appenweier or Offenburg.
- Human size: Kehl station is small. No long endless corridors, the driver drops you off 30 meters from the platforms.
2. VTC vs Tramway D: The match of comfort
Of course, Tram D connects Strasbourg to Kehl. But have you ever tried to cross the Pont de l’Europe by tram during rush hour with bulky luggage?
By booking a private VTC driver :
- Zero effort: We load your luggage into the trunk at the foot of your building. You pick them up in front of the entrance to the station.
- Speed: By car, via the RN4 or the Pont de l’Europe, the journey is direct. No stops every 500 meters.
- Serenity: No stress related to crowds, pickpockets or the weather (rain/cold while waiting for the tram).
3. Shopping and Tobacco in Kehl: The Express Round Trip
We don’t just transport passengers with train tickets. Kehl is also the favorite shopping destination of Strasbourg residents (DM, Tobacco, Supermarkets).
The return journey is often the most painful when you are loaded with heavy bags. VTC Strasbourg DMD offers return or single return packages:
- Go shopping with peace of mind.
- Order your driver when you’re done.
- We bring you and your purchases right to your door in Strasbourg. No more chores of carrying water packs on the tram!
4. Cross-border tariffs: full transparency
Crossing the border is sometimes frightening in terms of fares with traditional taxis (change of zone, approach fare, etc.).
With our VTC service, there are no unpleasant surprises. Whether you go to Strasbourg Station or Kehl Station, the principle remains the same: the price is fixed at the time of booking.
We know the hazards of traffic on the Pont de l’Europe during rush hour. If it gets clogged, you don’t pay more.
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FAQ: Transport Strasbourg – Kehl
Where is the drop-off at Kehl station?
There is a drop-off point right in front of the main station building (Bahnhofsplatz). You only have to walk a few meters to reach the platforms or ticket machines.
Does the driver speak German?
Most of our drivers have some knowledge of German or English, which makes it easy to communicate if you have German-speaking guests to pick up at the station.
Can I book for a group (with a lot of suitcases)?
Yes, for holidays or groups, we recommend our Mercedes Van. It has a large trunk capable of accommodating the suitcases of 7 passengers, which is impossible in a classic sedan or a standard taxi.