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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Kassel is to bus which costs €29 - €55 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Kassel is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Kassel Wilhelmshöhe Pre-Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe via Rotterdam Alexander and Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Kassel?

The distance between Rotterdam and Kassel is 451 km. The road distance is 412.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €45 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Rotterdam to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Kassel bus from?

Rotterdam to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Kassel train from?

Rotterdam to Kassel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Kassel?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Kassel is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €45 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €55 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Kassel bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel Wilhelmshöhe Pre-Waypoint station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Kassel train arrive?

Rotterdam to Kassel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Kassel is 413 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Rotterdam to Kassel.

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

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

Book your Rotterdam to Kassel bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 402+ hotels available in Kassel.

Rotterdam to Kassel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhetrain Nightjet
6h 16m
€46–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Kassel Wilhelmshöhe Pre-Waypointbus 023
7h 17m
€29–55
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the night train from Utrecht Centraal to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehenighttrain Nj
6h 5m
€35–114
Drive 412.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Kasselcar 412.6 km
3h 57m
€73–105
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Venlotrain
2. Take the train from Venlo to Duesseldorf Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
8h 53m

Rotterdam to Kassel by train

6Weekly Trains

6h 16mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 451.1 km
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Kassel, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe via Rotterdam Alexander and Utrecht Centraal in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Kassel Wilhelmshöhe Pre-Waypoint once daily. Tickets cost €29–55 and the journey takes 7h 17m.

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