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

The cheapest way to get from Weimar to Kassel is to rideshare which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Weimar to Kassel is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Weimar and Kassel?

No, there is no direct train from Weimar to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Weimar and arriving at Kassel Hauptbahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Weimar to Kassel?

The distance between Weimar and Kassel is 180 km. The road distance is 162.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Weimar to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €40 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Weimar to Kassel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weimar to Kassel train from?

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

Train or bus from Weimar to Kassel?

The best way to get from Weimar to Kassel is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €40 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €50 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Weimar to Kassel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Weimar to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Weimar to Kassel is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Weimar to Kassel.

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

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Where can I stay near Kassel?

There are 943+ hotels available in Kassel.

Can I share a ride from Weimar to Kassel?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Weimar to Kassel by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Weimar to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 51
2h 8m
€45–52
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Weimar to Kasselrideshare 164.3 km
2h 20m
€8–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Erfurt central train station to Kasselbus N69
3h 37m
€16–48
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Weimar to Göttingentrain Re1
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Kassel Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb83
3h 29m
Drive 162.4 km
1. Drive from Weimar to Kasselcar 162.4 km
1h 45m
€23–34

Weimar to Kassel by train

19Weekly Trains

2h 8mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.7 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Weimar to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe 3 times a day. Tickets cost €39–44 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Erfurt central train station to Kassel once daily. Tickets cost €12–26 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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