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

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Kaiserslautern is to bus which costs €25 - €45 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Kaiserslautern is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Kaiserslautern?

No, there is no direct bus from Kassel to Kaiserslautern station. However, there are services departing from Kassel and arriving at Kaiserslautern central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Kaiserslautern?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Kaiserslautern. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Kaiserslautern, Hbf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Kassel to Kaiserslautern?

The distance between Kassel and Kaiserslautern is 336 km. The road distance is 281.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kassel to Kaiserslautern without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €55 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Kassel to Kaiserslautern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Kaiserslautern bus from?

Kassel to Kaiserslautern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kassel station.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Kaiserslautern train from?

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

Train or bus from Kassel to Kaiserslautern?

The best way to get from Kassel to Kaiserslautern is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €55 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Kassel to Kaiserslautern bus arrive?

Kassel to Kaiserslautern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Kassel to Kaiserslautern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kassel to Kaiserslautern?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Kaiserslautern is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Kassel to Kaiserslautern.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kassel to Kaiserslautern?

Book your Kassel to Kaiserslautern bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kaiserslautern?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain Re1
3h 43m
€57–282
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Kassel to Frankfurt central train stationbus N1335 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Kaiserslautern central train stationbus 220 / ...
5h 10m
€25–42
Drive 281.2 km
1. Drive from Kassel to Kaiserslauterncar 281.2 km
2h 21m
€40–58
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bad Kreuznach, Bahnhoftrain Re3
3. Take the train from Bad Kreuznach, Bahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain
5h 52m
€76–129

Kassel to Kaiserslautern by train

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Distance: 336.3 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Kassel Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kassel to Kaiserslautern central train station via Frankfurt central train station in around 5h 10m.

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