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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Helmstedt is to bus which costs €17 - €27 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Helmstedt is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Helmstedt?

No, there is no direct bus from Kassel to Helmstedt. However, there are services departing from Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrik and arriving at Helmstedt, Bahnhof via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Helmstedt?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Helmstedt. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Helmstedt, Bahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Kassel to Helmstedt?

The distance between Kassel and Helmstedt is 204 km. The road distance is 189.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Helmstedt without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Kassel to Helmstedt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Helmstedt bus from?

Kassel to Helmstedt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrik station.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Helmstedt train from?

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

Train or bus from Kassel to Helmstedt?

The best way to get from Kassel to Helmstedt is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €27 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Kassel to Helmstedt bus arrive?

Kassel to Helmstedt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brunswick central station.

Where does the Kassel to Helmstedt train arrive?

Kassel to Helmstedt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Helmstedt?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Helmstedt is 189 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Kassel to Helmstedt.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Helmstedt, Bahnhoftrain Rb40
3h 15m
€36–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrik to Brunswick central stationbus N235
2. Take the bus from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Helmstedt, Bahnhofbus Rb40
5h 30m
€17–27
Drive 189.1 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Helmstedtcar 189.1 km
1h 41m
€28–40
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Goslar, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Goslar to Braunschweig Hbftrain Rb
5h 18m

Kassel to Helmstedt by train

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Distance: 203.8 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Kassel, Germany and Helmstedt, Germany?

You can take a train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Helmstedt, Bahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kassel Platz der Deutschen Einheit to Helmstedt, Bahnhof via Kaufungen-Papierfabrik, Kassel Kaufungen Papierfabrik, Brunswick central station, and Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 30m.

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