What is the cheapest way to get from Kassel to Altenburg?

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Altenburg is to bus and train which costs €26 - €50 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kassel to Altenburg?

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Altenburg is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Altenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Altenburg via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Kassel to Altenburg?

The distance between Kassel and Altenburg is 315 km. The road distance is 252.4 km.

How do I travel from Kassel to Altenburg without a car?

The best way to get from Kassel to Altenburg without a car is to train via Leipzig which takes 3h 59m and costs €50 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Kassel to Altenburg?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Kassel to Altenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Altenburg train from?

Kassel to Altenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Where does the Kassel to Altenburg train arrive?

Kassel to Altenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Altenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Altenburg is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Kassel to Altenburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Kassel to Altenburg?

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Kassel to Altenburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kassel to Altenburg by train, bus, or car

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Train via Leipzig
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Leipzig Hbftrain 51
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
3h 59m
€54–195
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Leipzig central train stationbus 023 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
4h 35m
€27–48
Drive 252.4 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Altenburgcar 252.4 km
2h 38m
€37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain Rb83
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Schmölln(Thür)train Re1
6h 29m

Kassel to Altenburg by train

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 314.9 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Kassel, Germany and Altenburg, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Altenburg via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Leipzig Hbf in around 3h 59m.

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