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 train which takes 2h 9m and costs €40 - €90.

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?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Kassel to Leipzig?

The distance between Kassel and Leipzig is 271 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 train which takes 2h 9m and costs €40 - €90.

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

The train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Leipzig Hbf takes 2h 9m 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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Train or bus from Kassel to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Kassel to Leipzig is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €24 and takes 3h 35m.

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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Leipzig is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Kassel to Leipzig.

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

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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 1390+ 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 train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Leipzig Hbf51
2h 9m
€40–90
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kassel to Leipzig232.7 km
2h 46m
€10–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Leipzig central train station023 / ...
3h 35m
€15–24
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Halle(Saale)HbfRe8 / ...
4h 23m
€44–80
Drive 230 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Leipzig230 km
2h 24m
€33–47

Kassel to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 271.1 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Leipzig Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kassel to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €15–24 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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