The average train between Kassel and Erfurt takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Kassel to Erfurt. 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 4 times a day between Kassel and Erfurt. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kassel is at 6:39 PM which arrives into Erfurt at 8:39 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Kassel station and arriving at Erfurt station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Kassel to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Kassel to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
Book your Kassel to Erfurt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Kassel and Erfurt is 113.3 km. The road distance is 159 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Erfurt Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–120 and the journey takes 1h 16m.