The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Kassel
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kassel will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 17 trains that leave Hamburg for Kassel every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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 587
ICE 883
ICE 589
ICE 785
ICE 681
ICE 771
ICE 773
ECE 5
ICE 73
ICE 579Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hamburg to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 254 km
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£52 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Kassel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Kassel trains for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ECE 5 | Delayed 07:32 07:29Hamburg Hbf | 2h17 | 09:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 585 | On time 08:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h20 | 10:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 577 | On time 08:29 Hamburg Hbf | 2h17 | 10:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 787 | On time 09:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h20 | 11:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 February | |||||
ICE 785 | 07:01 Hamburg Hbf | 2h20 | 09:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Hamburg to Kassel by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Kassel
Trains from Hamburg to Kassel run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom, FlixTrain from Hamburg to Kassel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg and Kassel from £14. 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
Metronom
FAQs: Hamburg to Kassel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg and Kassel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 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
- Hopfengärtchen
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