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There are 4 ways to get from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel by train, bus or car

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Train via Soest  •  3h 3m

  1. Take the train from Soest to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe Re / ...

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Bus  •  3h 28m

  1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kassel Post-Waypoint 223 / ...

2 alternative options

Train  •  3h 36m

  1. Take the train from Unna to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe Re

Drive  •  1h 17m

  1. Drive from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel 155.1 km

Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel by bus and train

The journey time between Dortmund Airport (DTM) and Kassel is around 3h 3m and covers a distance of around 195 km. This includes an average layover time of around 55 min. Operated by Dortmunder Stadtwerke Bus, Eurobahn, National Express and others, the Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel service departs from Dortmund Airport and arrives in Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe. Typically 138 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

138 Weekly Services
3h 3m Average Duration
€35 Cheapest Price
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The most affordable way to get from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel is to bus, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 28m.

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The quickest way to get from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 17m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Airport and arriving at Kassel Post-Waypoint via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

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The distance between Dortmund Airport (DTM) and Kassel is 133 km. The road distance is 155.1 km.

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The best way to get from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel without a car is to train via Soest which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €60.

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It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel, including transfers.

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Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

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The best way to get from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel is to train via Soest which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 28m.

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Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel Post-Waypoint station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to Kassel.

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  • Distance: 132.6 km
  • Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Dortmund Airport (DTM), Germany and Kassel, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Soest to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe hourly. Tickets cost €26 - €40 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kassel Post-Waypoint 4 times a day. Tickets cost €14 - €21 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

Train operators
National Express
Phone
0221 13 999 444
Website
nationalexpress.de
Train from Soest to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€26 - €40
Schedules at
nationalexpress.de
Train from Unna to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe
Ave. Duration
1h 54m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€30 - €45
Schedules at
nationalexpress.de
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Eurobahn
Phone
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email
info@eurobahn.de
Website
eurobahn.de
Train from Soest, Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe
Ave. Duration
1h 46m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€27 - €40
Website
https://www.eurobahn.de/en/
Bus operators
FlixBus
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Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kassel Post-Waypoint
Ave. Duration
2h 6m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€14 - €21
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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