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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Leipzig is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kassel and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Kassel to Leipzig?

The distance between Kassel and Leipzig is 236 km. The road distance is 230 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Leipzig without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €12 - €20.

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

The bus from Kassel to Leipzig central train station takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Leipzig bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kassel to Leipzig train from?

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

Train or bus from Kassel to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Kassel to Leipzig is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €12 - €20. Alternatively, you can train via Bad Hersfeld, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Kassel to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kassel to Leipzig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kassel to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Leipzig is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Kassel to Leipzig.

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

Book your Kassel to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 604+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Kassel to Leipzig?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kassel to Leipzig by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Leipzig central train stationbus 023 / ...
3h 35m
€12–20
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kassel to Leipzigrideshare 232.7 km
2h 46m
€10–17
Train via Bad Hersfeld
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Bad Hersfeld Bahnhoftrain Rb5 / ...
2. Take the train from Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50
3h 47m
€54–94
Train
1. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Re
4h 22m
€44–93
Drive 230 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Leipzigcar 230 km
2h 25m
€32–47

Kassel to Leipzig by bus

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Distance: 235.7 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Kassel to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–20 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf via Bad Hersfeld Bahnhof in around 3h 47m.

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