The average train between Metz and Kassel takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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 every 4 hours between Metz and Kassel. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Kassel at 11:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Forbach and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Metz to Kassel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Metz to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Kassel station via Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
Metz to Kassel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Kassel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
The distance between Metz and Kassel is 340.2 km. The road distance is 481 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Kassel Am Stern via Forbach, Saarbrücken Hbf, Frankfurt, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 6h 8m.