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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Kassel is to bus which costs €45 - €130 and takes 24h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Kassel is to fly and train which takes 7h 8m and costs €110 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rīga and arriving at Kassel. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 24h 35m.

How far is it from Riga to Kassel?

The distance between Riga and Kassel is 1487 km. The road distance is 1490.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Kassel without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 38m and costs €85 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Riga to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Kassel bus from?

Riga to Kassel bus services, operated by Ecolines, depart from Rīga station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Kassel train from?

Riga to Kassel train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Rīgas station.

Train or bus from Riga to Kassel?

The best way to get from Riga to Kassel is to train which takes 22h 57m and costs €90 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €130 and takes 24h 35m.

Where does the Riga to Kassel bus arrive?

Riga to Kassel bus services, operated by Ecolines, arrive at Kassel station.

What is the time difference between Riga and Kassel?

Kassel is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 8:37 PM in Riga and 7:37 PM in Kassel.

Where does the Riga to Kassel train arrive?

Riga to Kassel train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Kaišiadorys station.

Can I drive from Riga to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Kassel is 1491 km. It takes approximately 16h 18m to drive from Riga to Kassel.

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

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Where can I stay near Kassel?

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Riga to Kassel - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct train between Riga and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Rīgas and arriving at Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia, Berlin Hbf and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 57m.

There are 9 ways to get from Riga to Kassel by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly to Frankfurt, train
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane RIX - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain
7h 8m
€115–293
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Kasselbus
24h 35m
€45–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Berlin Airport BERbus N1324 / ...
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 12 / ...
21h 38m
€86–274
Train
1. Take the train from Rīgas to Kaišiadorystrain 12
2. Take the train from Kaunas to Warszawa Zachodniatrain
3. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Berlin Hbftrain Eic
4. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 12 / ...
22h 57m
€94–294
Drive 1,490.7 km
1. Drive from Riga to Kasselcar 1,490.7 km
16h 18m
€223–323
Fly to Hannover Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane RIX - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain
8h 7m
€117–331
Fly to Hamburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane RIX - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain
8h 18m
€99–276
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane RIX - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain
9h 2m
€124–287
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane RIX - BER
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain
8h 23m
€82–293

Riga to Kassel by bus, foot, and train

15Weekly Services

21h 38mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,486.8 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Kassel, Germany?

You can take a train from Rīgas to Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia, Berlin Hbf, and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 22h 57m. Alternatively, Ecolines operates a bus from Rīga to Kassel 4 times a week. Tickets cost €45–130 and the journey takes 24h 35m.

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