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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €10 - €13 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Kassel is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €50 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Kassel?

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

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Kassel?

The distance between Leipzig and Kassel is 271 km. The road distance is 229.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €50 - €170.

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Kassel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Kassel train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Kassel?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Kassel is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €50 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €29 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Leipzig to Kassel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Kassel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Kassel is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Leipzig to Kassel.

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

Book your Leipzig to Kassel train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 1017+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Kassel?

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

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

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

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 Leipzig Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 51
2h 3m
€50–170
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Kasselrideshare 231.8 km
3h 15m
€10–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
3h 35m
€17–29
Drive 229.1 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Kasselcar 229.1 km
2h 23m
€33–48
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
4h 3m
€37–140

Leipzig to Kassel by train

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Distance: 271.1 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe 5 times a day. Tickets cost €50–170 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Kassel twice daily. Tickets cost €17–29 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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