The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Kassel
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Kassel will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 24 trains that leave Berlin for Kassel every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 67920:292h44Berlin Hbf23:13Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£261One-way0 changes
ICE 99919:202h53Berlin Hbf22:13Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£461One-way0 changes
ICE 2774:282h43Berlin Hbf7:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£511One-way0 changes
ICE 644 · ICE 5756:343h12Berlin Hbf9:46Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£601One-way1 change
ICE 7979:202h52Berlin Hbf12:12Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£691One-way0 changes
ICE 37310:312h40Berlin Hbf13:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£771One-way0 changes
ICE 3718:312h40Berlin Hbf11:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£821One-way0 changes
ICE 67718:292h42Berlin Hbf21:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£821One-way0 changes
ICE 2774:282h43Berlin Hbf7:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£511One-way0 changes
ICE 2796:292h43Berlin Hbf9:12Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 300 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £145 Average Price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Kassel train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 277 | On time 2:28 Berlin Hbf | 2h43 | 5:11 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 946 · ICE 71 | On time 3:27 Berlin Hbf | 3h19 | 6:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 1501 · ICE 593 · IC 2156 | On time 3:36 Berlin Hbf | 3h24 | 7:00 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 changes | |
ICE 279 | On time 4:29 Berlin Hbf | 2h43 | 7:12 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 644 · ICE 575 | On time 4:34 Berlin Hbf | 3h12 | 7:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 795 | On time 5:20 Berlin Hbf | 2h51 | 8:11 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 944 · ECE 5 | On time 5:29 Berlin Hbf | 3h17 | 8:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 371 | On time 6:31 Berlin Hbf | 2h40 | 9:11 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1005 · ICE 1746 | On time 6:36 Berlin Hbf | 3h29 | 10:05 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 797 | On time 7:20 Berlin Hbf | 2h52 | 10:12 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 373 | 8:31 Berlin Hbf | 2h40 | 11:11 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Kassel
Trains from Berlin to Kassel run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 300 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 300 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Kassel trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Kassel from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Berlin to Kassel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Kassel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kassel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Kassel
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Saturday: 09:15 - 17:45
- Sunday: 09:15 - 17:45
- Matterhorn-Stübli
- Biond Restaurant
- Schwälmer Brotladen
- Kleine Konoba
- InterCityHotel
- Schweizer Hof
- Kurfürst Wilhelm I.
- Kurparkhotel
- Monday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Thursday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- HermannS
- Eckstein
- Lohmann
- Il Convento
- Hotel am Rathaus
- Stadthotel
- Arosa Hotel
- Foto-Motel
- Alte Schmiede
- Antalya Döner
- Asia LiLi
- Hopfengärtchen
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