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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €17 - €24 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Kassel is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Kassel. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Kassel Am Stern via Berlin Hbf and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Germany to Kassel?

The distance between Germany and Kassel is 384 km. The road distance is 378.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €70 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Germany to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Kassel train from?

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

Train or bus from Germany to Kassel?

The best way to get from Germany to Kassel is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €70 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Germany to Kassel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Germany to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Kassel is 378 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Germany to Kassel.

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 382+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Germany to Kassel?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 12 / ...
3h 48m
€71–173
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Kasselrideshare 378.3 km
4h 10m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrikbus N1334
6h 41m
€28–49
Drive 378.3 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Kasselcar 378.3 km
3h 20m
€54–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Kasselbus
7h 4m
€32–66

Germany to Kassel by train and tram

112Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 384.2 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Germany and Kassel, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe hourly. Tickets cost €70–170 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrik once daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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