The average train between Potsdam and Kassel takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Potsdam 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 2 hours between Potsdam and Kassel. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Kassel at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Kassel station via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Potsdam to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from S Spandau Bhf station.
Potsdam to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Book your Potsdam to Kassel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Potsdam and Kassel is 272.8 km. The road distance is 396 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Spandau Bhf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe hourly. Tickets cost €65–270 and the journey takes 2h 34m.