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 central train station station and arriving at Kassel. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 1m.

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 1m and costs €40 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m 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 FlixBus, depart from Essen central train 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 1m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €26 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Essen to Kassel bus arrive?

Essen to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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.

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

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

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 945+ 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, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Kassel by train, bus, night train, 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 1m
€40–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Kasselrideshare 195.1 km
2h 22m
€8–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
3h 15m
€13–26
Night train
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehenighttrain Nj
2h 34m
€30–260
Drive 196.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Kasselcar 196.7 km
1h 57m
€28–41

Essen to Kassel by train and tram

132Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250.4 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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 43m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Kassel twice daily. Tickets cost €13–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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