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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €18 - €22 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Kassel is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ulm and arriving at Kassel. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Ulm to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Ulm to Kassel?

The distance between Ulm and Kassel is 467 km. The road distance is 386.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Kassel without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 20m and costs €55 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Ulm to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Kassel bus from?

Ulm to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Kassel train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Kassel?

The best way to get from Ulm to Kassel is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 20m and costs €55 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Ulm to Kassel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ulm to Kassel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Kassel is 386 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Ulm to Kassel.

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

Book your Ulm to Kassel train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 186+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Kassel?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ulm 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 Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20 / ...
4h 20m
€59–189
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Kasselrideshare 386.5 km
4h 4m
€18–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Kasselbus N110
7h 10m
€35–60
Drive 386.1 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Kasselcar 386.1 km
3h 19m
€55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Fulda Bahnhoftrain 11
2. Take the train from Fulda Bahnhof to Kassel Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb5
5h 13m

Ulm to Kassel by train

171Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 467.3 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Kassel once daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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