The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Kassel
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
10 h 54 m
Average duration
11 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kassel will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
To travel from Budapest to Kassel you need to make at least one change.
EC 142 · ICE 1220 · ICE 782
RJX 64 · ICE 524+
15022
EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116 · ICE 784
RJX 62 · ICE 584
EC 142 · ICE 1220 · ICE 782
EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116 · ICE 784
RJX 62 · ICE 584
RJX 64 · ICE 524+
15022Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Budapest to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 809 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £175 Average Price |
11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 24m Average total duration 14h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Kassel train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116 · ICE 784 | On time 07:40 Budapest Keleti | 10h54 | 18:34 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 changes | |
RJX 62 · ICE 584 | On time 08:40 Budapest Keleti | 10h54 | 19:34 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
EC 142 · ICE 1220 · ICE 782 | On time 09:40 Budapest Keleti | 10h54 | 20:34 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 changes | |
RJX 64 · ICE 524+ 15022 | On time 10:40 Budapest Keleti | 13h15 | 23:55 Kassel Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Kassel
Trains from Budapest to Kassel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 809 km distance in 9h 54m.
Distance 809 km |
Average train duration 10h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 54m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet from Budapest to Kassel trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Budapest and Kassel from £22. 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.
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Budapest to Kassel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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 Budapest and Kassel
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 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
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