The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Kassel
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Kassel will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hanover for Kassel every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hanover to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 118 km
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£36 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hanover to Kassel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Kassel trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1575 | On time 07:01 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 08:01 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 533 | On time 07:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h56 | 08:22 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 573 | On time 07:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 08:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
erx 83459+ ICE 2559 | On time 07:48 Hanover Hbf | 1h24 | 09:12 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 91 | On time 08:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h56 | 09:22 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 73 | On time 08:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 09:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1577 | On time 09:01 Hanover Hbf | 0h59 | 10:00 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 535 | On time 09:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 10:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 575 | On time 09:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 10:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
erx 83463+ ICE 2551 | On time 09:48 Hanover Hbf | 1h24 | 11:12 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 787 | On time 10:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 11:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 75 | On time 10:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 11:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1579 | On time 11:01 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 12:01 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 537 | On time 11:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 12:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 577 | On time 11:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 12:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1285 | On time 11:55 Hanover Hbf | 0h57 | 12:52 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 789 | On time 12:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 13:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 77 | On time 12:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 13:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1671 | On time 13:01 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 14:01 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 689 | On time 13:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 14:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 579 | On time 13:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 14:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1205 | On time 13:54 Hanover Hbf | 1h02 | 14:56 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 881 | On time 14:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 15:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1079 | On time 14:33 Hanover Hbf | 0h56 | 15:29 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 79 | On time 14:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 15:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2375 | On time 15:01 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 16:01 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 631 | Delayed 15:27 15:26Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 16:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 771 | On time 15:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 16:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
erx 83475+ ICE 2557 | On time 15:48 Hanover Hbf | 1h24 | 17:12 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
ICE 883 | On time 16:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 17:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1171 | On time 16:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 17:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1675 | On time 17:01 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 18:01 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 633 | Delayed 17:27 17:26Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 18:26 18:26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 773 | On time 17:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 18:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1687 | On time 18:09 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 19:09 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 885 | On time 18:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 19:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 273 | On time 18:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h56 | 19:37 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1677 | On time 19:01 Hanover Hbf | 1h00 | 20:01 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 635 | On time 19:26 Hanover Hbf | 0h55 | 20:21 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 775 | On time 19:41 Hanover Hbf | 0h54 | 20:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 changesdirect | |
erx 83483+ ICE 687 | On time 19:48 Hanover Hbf | 1h24 | 21:12 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Kassel
Trains from Hanover to Kassel run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 54m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hanover to Kassel trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hanover and Kassel from £8. 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.
FAQs: Hanover to Kassel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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 Hanover and Kassel
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- Aioli
- Alter Bahnhof Anderten
- Schützenhaus Anderten
- Eiscafe Cortina da Stella
- Porec Grill
- Zur Eiche
- Barista
- Konstantinos
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
- Trocadero
- Sportlertreff
- Kervan Döner
- Café Engelke
- Hotel Mecklenheide
- Werkhof Restaurant
- Hashigo Sushi
- Asia Imbiss Kok
- Klitsche
- 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
- 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
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