The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 47 m
Trains on 18 Sept
18
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 18 trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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 99210:091h37Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:46Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£171One-way0 changes
ICE 79614:091h37Frankfurt Airport long-distance station15:46Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£221One-way0 changes
ICE 11 · ECE 89:151h56Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£251One-way1 change
ICE 121 · ICE 77210:151h56Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£271One-way1 change
ICE 315 · ICE 7215:151h56Frankfurt Airport long-distance station17:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£271One-way1 change
ICE 99210:091h37Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:46Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£171One-way0 changes
ICE 79614:091h37Frankfurt Airport long-distance station15:46Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£221One-way0 changes
4295 · ICE 7748:221h49Frankfurt am Main Flughafen10:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£351One-way1 change
29247 · ICE 3768:501h54Frankfurt am Main Flughafen10:44Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£371One-way1 change
S9 · ECE 89:151h56Frankfurt am Main Flughafen11:11Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 153 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£46 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe costing on average £46.
Other travel options to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 12m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-23.00. The journey takes 1h 49m versus 1h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:41 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h03 | 8:44 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:54 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h53 | 10:47 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h27 | 10:27 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 1h56 | 10:11 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:09 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 1h37 | 10:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:46 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h01 | 14:47 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 08:09. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 8:09 |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe from £9. 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.
Hessische Landesbahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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-Wilhelmshöhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe from Kassel city centre
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train station facilities and services
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
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