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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €12 - €21 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Kassel is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Kassel?

No, there is no direct bus from Erlangen station to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Erlangen train station and arriving at Kassel via Nuremberg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Erlangen and arriving at Kassel Am Stern via Nürnberg Hbf and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Kassel?

The distance between Erlangen and Kassel is 311 km. The road distance is 279 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €55 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Erlangen to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Kassel bus from?

Erlangen to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nuremberg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Kassel train from?

Erlangen to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Erlangen to Kassel?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Kassel is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Erlangen to Kassel bus arrive?

Erlangen to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Erlangen to Kassel train arrive?

Erlangen to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Erlangen to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Kassel is 279 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Erlangen to Kassel.

How do I get a bus ticket from Erlangen to Kassel?

Book your Erlangen to Kassel bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 965+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Erlangen to Kassel?

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

Erlangen to Kassel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train

There are 6 ways to get from Erlangen to Kassel by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 25 / ...
3h 14m
€58–83
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erlangen to Kasselrideshare 278.4 km
3h 6m
€12–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Kasselbus N73
5h 30m
€19–37
Night train
1. Take the night train from Nuernberg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehenighttrain Nj
5h 44m
€43–271
Drive 279 km
1. Drive from Erlangen to Kasselcar 279 km
2h 39m
€40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain
4h 30m
€121–255

Erlangen to Kassel by train and tram

133Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.5 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe hourly. Tickets cost €50–60 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Kassel once daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 4h.

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