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Dortmund to Kassel trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dortmund and Kassel takes 2h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Dortmund 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.

2h 16m
Duration
213 km
Distance
€40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Dortmund to Kassel train times

Trains run hourly between Dortmund and Kassel. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Kassel at 11:56 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Dortmund to Kassel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 212.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 16m

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

National Express operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 17m. Two other operators also service this route.

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