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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Gotha is to rideshare which costs €8 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Gotha is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Gotha?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gotha via Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Kassel to Gotha?

The distance between Kassel and Gotha is 154 km. The road distance is 113 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Gotha without a car is to train via Bad Hersfeld which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Kassel to Gotha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Gotha train from?

Kassel to Gotha train services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, depart from Kassel Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Kassel to Gotha?

The best way to get from Kassel to Gotha is to train via Bad Hersfeld which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Kassel to Gotha train arrive?

Kassel to Gotha train services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, arrive at Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Gotha is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Kassel to Gotha.

How do I get a train ticket from Kassel to Gotha?

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 978+ hotels available in Gotha.

Can I share a ride from Kassel to Gotha?

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

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

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

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

Train via Bad Hersfeld
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Bad Hersfeld Bahnhoftrain Rb5 / ...
2. Take the train from Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof to Gothatrain 50
2h 40m
€42–50
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kassel to Gotharideshare 113.6 km
1h 59m
€8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kassel Am Stern to Eschwege Stadtbahnhofbus 200
2. Take the bus from Eschwege Stadtbahnhof to Eisenach, ZOBbus 170
4h 17m
Train
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain Rb83
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Gothatrain Re1
3h 12m
Drive 113 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Gothacar 113 km
1h 25m
€16–24

Kassel to Gotha by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.2 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Kassel, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Gotha via Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kassel Am Stern to Gotha via Eschwege Stadtbahnhof, Eisenach, ZOB, and Eisenach Hbf in around 4h 17m.

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