What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel is to bus which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €35 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Kassel. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Kassel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Kassel is 192 km. The road distance is 171.8 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €35 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

The train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel bus from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel train from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel bus arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel train arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel?

Book your Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kassel?

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Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 20 / ...
1h 25m
€35–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Kasselbus N1335 / ...
2h 35m
€14–24
Drive 171.8 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kasselcar 171.8 km
1h 29m
€25–35
Bus via Kassel Am Stern
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt to Kasselbus
3h 23m
€15–26

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Kassel by train

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Distance: 191.5 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Germany and Kassel, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe hourly. Tickets cost €35–150 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Kassel twice daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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