The average train between Kassel and Mannheim takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Kassel to Mannheim. 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 Kassel and Mannheim. The earliest departure is at 1:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Kassel is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Mannheim at 12:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 39m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Kassel to Mannheim? 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 Mannheim. However, there are services departing from Kassel station and arriving at Mannheim station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Kassel to Mannheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Kassel to Mannheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Kassel to Mannheim train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kassel and Mannheim is 216 km. The road distance is 273 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €45–160 and the journey takes 2h 9m.