Frankfurt Airport to Rastatt: private transfer to the Baroque residence town
- Fixed price
- Mercedes V-Class
- 7 seats
- Child seats
- 24/7
- Flight tracking
Rastatt lies about 160 km south of Frankfurt Airport, between Karlsruhe and Baden-Baden. Our Frankfurt Airport to Rastatt transfer takes you there without a single change – you meet your driver in the terminal and step out at your destination.
We drive a Mercedes V-Class with room for seven, at a price fixed before you book.
The drive
From the Frankfurter Kreuz we follow the A5 south past Darmstadt, Heidelberg, Bruchsal and Karlsruhe and leave at Rastatt-Nord. Expect about 95 to 115 minutes.
Because it's a longer route, we build in buffer time for your departure. For long-haul flights we usually leave Rastatt about four hours before take-off.
Your driver texts you beforehand so you know who's coming.
Space for everyone and their bags
- One V-Class for up to seven people
- Child seats in every size on request
- Air conditioning and a quiet cabin
- Plenty of room for long-haul luggage
Visiting the Mercedes plant?
The Mercedes-Benz plant in Rastatt brings a steady stream of engineers, suppliers and colleagues from other sites. A fixed transfer is far easier than collecting a rental car after a long flight.
We invoice companies directly and can coordinate pickups for several guests arriving together.
Families travelling on holiday appreciate the space: seven seats, room for luggage and free child seats.
Every ride includes
- One fixed price for the whole vehicle
- No surcharge if your flight is late
- Help with your luggage
- Direct phone contact with your driver
What to see in Rastatt
Rastatt Palace is one of the oldest Baroque residences on the Upper Rhine. Nearby Favorite Palace in Förch has a remarkable porcelain collection.
The compact town centre along the river Murg is easy to explore on foot, and Baden-Baden and the northern Black Forest are next door.
We can drive you straight to a hotel in Rastatt, Baden-Baden or anywhere in between.
How to book
- Enter your pickup address and terminal.
- Add passengers, luggage and child seats.
- Check the fixed price and confirm.
Meeting point details are in our pickup instructions; see also our cancellation policy.
Why Veloria Ride?
We're a small team based in Rüsselsheim, right next to Frankfurt Airport. We know the terminals inside out and drive the routes south several times a week.
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Train vs. transfer
Rastatt has a station on the Rhine valley line, but from the airport you'll usually change trains in Karlsruhe or Mannheim. Fine for one person with a backpack.
For families, groups or late arrivals, a fixed-price transfer avoids the hassle and often works out cheaper per head.
Meeting point after landing
In Terminal 1 we usually meet at exit B6; in Terminal 2 in the arrivals hall. The exact spot is in your confirmation. If baggage takes longer, just let us know – it's included.
You can make calls, work or sleep. The driver knows the route, follows traffic reports and switches roads when there's a jam.
Shared shuttle or private transfer?
Shared shuttles stop several times to collect passengers from different towns. From Rastatt that can add an hour. With us you travel privately – just you and your party.
The fixed price covers the whole vehicle. Split between four or six people it's often cheaper per head than a seat on a shared bus, and much more comfortable.
Pets in a carrier are welcome by arrangement. Mention it when booking so we can prepare the boot.
Example: when will we pick you up?
Your flight to New York leaves at 06:30. We allow up to 115 minutes from Rastatt, plus 20 minutes' buffer and the recommended time at the airport. Your driver will be at your door at 01:15, and you'll reach the terminal around 03:30.
For companies in the Rastatt area
Besides the car plant, Rastatt has many suppliers and logistics firms. We handle regular visitor transfers with a fixed contact person and monthly invoicing.
Last-minute changes – a different flight, an extra guest – are quickly sorted by phone or WhatsApp.
Good to know on arrival
Guests from abroad often land early in the morning after an overnight flight. We take you straight to your hotel; many hotels in Rastatt and Baden-Baden offer early check-in on request.
If you have a meeting at a plant or supplier the same day, we can drop you there first and deliver your luggage to the hotel afterwards.
Exploring the region
Rastatt is a good base for the northern Black Forest. The spa town of Baden-Baden is about fifteen minutes away, and the Murg valley with Gaggenau and Gernsbach starts right on the edge of town.
Across the Rhine you'll find the Alsace region of France. Some guests combine a business trip with a weekend in Strasbourg, roughly an hour's drive from Rastatt. We can arrange that ride as well.
Pickup from hotel or station
Not everyone starts from home. If you stayed in Rastatt after a plant visit, we collect you at the hotel. A pickup at Rastatt station is also possible – handy if you arrive by train from Strasbourg or Offenburg and want a calm ride on to the airport.
Just enter the hotel name or station as your pickup address when booking.
Where we drive
All of Rastatt including Niederbühl, Förch, Ottersdorf, Plittersdorf, Rauental and Wintersdorf.
Also Kuppenheim, Muggensturm, Ötigheim, Iffezheim and Durmersheim.
Good to know at Frankfurt Airport
Frankfurt is one of Europe's largest airports and the walking distances are long. Allow about two hours for bag drop and security on European flights and around three for long-haul. We'll drop you at the right terminal so you can head straight to check-in.
Distances from Rastatt
Approximate distances from Rastatt:
Frankfurt Airport to Rastatt – fixed price, no changes
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Book your fixed-price rideFrequently asked questions
Why fly into Frankfurt instead of Baden-Airpark?
Frankfurt offers far more long-haul and Lufthansa connections. We can also drive you to Baden-Airpark if you prefer.
How long does the transfer take?
Around 95 to 115 minutes, depending on traffic on the A5.
Can you invoice my company?
Yes, we provide invoices for companies, including the Rastatt automotive suppliers.
When should I book my return pickup?
Around four hours before a long-haul flight, three and a half hours for European flights.
What if my flight lands late?
We track it and wait up to 60 minutes after landing at no extra charge.
Can I bring bulky luggage?
Golf bags, skis, musical instruments or a boxed bike usually fit. Please mention them when booking so we can keep enough space free for everyone's suitcases.
Do you also go to Frankfurt city or the trade fair?
Yes. Besides the airport we drive to any address in Frankfurt, including the Messe, the main station and hotels in the city centre – and of course back again.
How many people fit in the car?
Up to seven passengers with luggage. For larger groups we send two or more vehicles that leave at the same time and arrive together.