The average train between Metz and Kassel takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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 every 2 hours between Metz and Kassel. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Kassel at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Forbach and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 33m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Metz 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 Metz to Kassel. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Kassel station via Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Metz to Kassel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Kassel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.
Book your Metz to Kassel train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Kassel is 340.2 km. The road distance is 477 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe via Forbach, Saarbrücken Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 54m.