The average train between Mainz and Kassel takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz to Kassel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Mainz and Kassel. The earliest departure is at 3:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Kassel at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Kassel station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Mainz to Kassel train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.
Mainz to Kassel train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Book your Mainz to Kassel train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Kassel is 171.3 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe via Frankfurt in around 2h 23m.