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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kassel is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen and arriving at Kassel. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kassel?

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

How far is it from Essen to Kassel?

The distance between Essen and Kassel is 250 km. The road distance is 196.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Essen to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kassel bus from?

Essen to Kassel bus services, operated by Pavluks Trans, depart from Essen station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kassel train from?

Essen to Kassel train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Kassel?

The best way to get from Essen to Kassel is to train which takes 3h and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Essen to Kassel bus arrive?

Essen to Kassel bus services, operated by Pavluks Trans, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Essen to Kassel train arrive?

Essen to Kassel train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Essen to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kassel is 197 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Essen to Kassel.

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 965+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Kassel?

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

Essen to Kassel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Kassel by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
3h
€40–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Kasselrideshare 195.1 km
2h 22m
€8–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen to Kasselbus Kyiv-Venlo / ...
3h 5m
Drive 196.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Kasselcar 196.7 km
1h 57m
€28–40
Bus via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
3h 33m
€10–19

Essen to Kassel by train and tram

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Distance: 250.4 km
Duration: 3h

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe hourly. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Essen to Kassel 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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