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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €5 - €13 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Hanover is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €15 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kassel and arriving at Hanover central bus station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Hanover?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Hanover. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Kassel to Hanover?

The distance between Kassel and Hanover is 147 km. The road distance is 164.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Hanover without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €15 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Kassel to Hanover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Hanover bus from?

Kassel to Hanover bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kassel station.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Hanover train from?

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

Train or bus from Kassel to Hanover?

The best way to get from Kassel to Hanover is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €15 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €26 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Kassel to Hanover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kassel to Hanover train arrive?

Kassel to Hanover train services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, arrive at Göttingen station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Hanover is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Kassel to Hanover.

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

Book your Kassel to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Kassel to Hanover?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kassel to Hanover 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
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Hannover Hauptbahnhof20 / ...
1h 10m
€16–58
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kassel to Hanover166.3 km
2h 7m
€5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Hanover central bus stationN73
2h 35m
€7–26
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to GöttingenRb83
2. Take the train from Goettingen to Hannover HbfRe
2h 50m
Drive 164.8 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Hanover164.8 km
1h 29m
€23–34

Kassel to Hanover by train

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.1 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Hannover Hauptbahnhof every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €15–50 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kassel to Hanover central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €11–26 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Ecolines also services this route once a week.

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