The average train between Darmstadt and Kassel takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is an hourly train service from Darmstadt to Kassel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Darmstadt and Kassel. The earliest departure is at 12:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Darmstadt is at 8:07 PM which arrives into Kassel at 10:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 4m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Darmstadt to Kassel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Darmstadt to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt station and arriving at Kassel station via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Darmstadt to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Frankfurt station.
Darmstadt to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Book your Darmstadt to Kassel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Darmstadt and Kassel is 171.5 km. The road distance is 219 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe hourly. Tickets cost €30–140 and the journey takes 1h 25m.