What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kassel?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €8 - €17 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Kassel?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kassel is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kassel?

The distance between Cologne and Kassel is 373 km. The road distance is 241 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Kassel without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kassel without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 2m and costs €70 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Kassel?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Cologne to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kassel train from?

Cologne to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Kassel?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kassel is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 2m and costs €70 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Cologne to Kassel train arrive?

Cologne to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kassel is 241 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Cologne to Kassel.

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 965+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Kassel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Kassel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Kassel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Kassel by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20 / ...
3h 2m
€73–102
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Kasselrideshare 238.7 km
2h 42m
€8–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Kasselbus Kyiv-Genk / ...
4h 53m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 51
3h 56m
€55–65
Train #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Kamentrain Re
2. Take the train from Kamen to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
5h 9m
€54–84
Drive 241 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kasselcar 241 km
2h 14m
€35–50

Cologne to Kassel by train

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3h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 373.2 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Kassel, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Köln to Kassel 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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