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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €8 - €19 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Kassel is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Mainz to Kassel?

The distance between Mainz and Kassel is 229 km. The road distance is 201.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Kassel without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 2h 19m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Mainz to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Kassel train from?

Mainz to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Römisches Theater station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Kassel?

The best way to get from Mainz to Kassel is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 2h 19m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €26 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Mainz to Kassel train arrive?

Mainz to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Kassel is 201 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Mainz to Kassel.

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

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Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Mainz to Kassel?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Mainz 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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Frankfurttrain S8
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20 / ...
2h 19m
€43–124
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Kasselrideshare 199.5 km
2h 34m
€8–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrikbus N1334
3h 47m
€15–26
Drive 201.1 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Kasselcar 201.1 km
1h 44m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20
2h 32m
€40–130

Mainz to Kassel by train

314Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.3 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe via Frankfurt in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrik once daily. Tickets cost €15–26 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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