The average train between Kassel and Frankreich takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Kassel to Frankreich. 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 every 4 hours between Kassel and Frankreich. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kassel is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Frankreich at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 12m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kassel to Frankreich? 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 Kassel to Frankreich. However, there are services departing from Kassel station and arriving at Frankreich station via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Kassel to Frankreich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Kassel to Frankreich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
The distance between Kassel and Frankreich is 278.8 km. The road distance is 357 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €60–120 and the journey takes 2h 35m.