Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Showing times and prices for 06 Aug

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

1 h 42 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

147 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave Kassel Hbf for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1573 · RT5
    7:182h14
    Kassel Hbf
    9:32Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn24211 · ICE 591
    5:052h39
    Kassel Hbf
    7:44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £271One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 277+Hessische Landesbahn15005
    7:021h42
    Kassel Hbf
    8:44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche Bahn4157
    10:232h16
    Kassel Hbf
    12:39Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • Hessische Landesbahn15007
    9:022h37
    Kassel Hbf
    11:39Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £461One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 147 km

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£41

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Average total duration

2h 19m

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Live departures

Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn416114:23 Kassel Hbf
2h16
16:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn1501315:02 Kassel Hbf
2h37
17:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn416316:23 Kassel Hbf
2h16
18:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn1501517:02 Kassel Hbf
2h37
19:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn416518:23 Kassel Hbf
2h16
20:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn1501719:02 Kassel Hbf
2h37
21:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn416720:23 Kassel Hbf
2h16
22:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn416922:23 Kassel Hbf
2h41
1:04 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn24038 · ICE 273
On time
23:46 Kassel Hbf
5h51
5:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Thursday 6 August
Deutsche Bahn41514:03 Kassel Hbf
2h22
6:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn23051 · 153854:51 Kassel Hbf
2h47
7:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn24211 · ICE 591
On time
5:05 Kassel Hbf
2h39
7:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn41536:07 Kassel Hbf
2h32
8:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn150057:02 Kassel Hbf
2h38
9:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn15005+Deutsche BahnICE 277
On time
7:02 Kassel Hbf
1h42
8:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1573 · RT5
Delayed
5:30 7:18Kassel Hbf
2h14
9:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn41558:23 Kassel Hbf
2h16
10:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn150079:02 Kassel Hbf
2h37
11:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn415710:23 Kassel Hbf
2h16
12:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Hessische Landesbahn1500911:02 Kassel Hbf
2h37
13:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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Trains from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 1h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
147 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 32m
First train
4:31
Last train
17:05
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Kasseler Verkehrs-Gesellschaft AG (KVG Kassel) from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Kasseler Verkehrs-Gesellschaft AG (KVG Kassel) trains will get you between Kassel Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£23
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Hessische Landesbahn

About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£46
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH frequency
4 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
11 a day

Kasseler Verkehrs-Gesellschaft AG (KVG Kassel)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Kasseler Verkehrs-Gesellschaft AG (KVG Kassel) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf covers a distance of 147 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 147 km.
The first train from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 4:31.
The last train from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf departs at 17:05.
Trains from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kassel Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
To get from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf offers a pleasant view of the German countryside, with rolling hills and charming villages. While not the most dramatic, it provides a soothing and picturesque experience, particularly during seasons when the landscape is lush and green.
Yes, a day trip from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is feasible with a travel time of 1h 32m and a distance of 147 km. Trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kassel Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Most Kassel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Kassel Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Kassel
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Kassel HbfKassel Hbf, Rainer-Dierichs-Platz 1, 34117 KasselWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Kassel Hbf from Kassel city centre

TrainRb39, Re39, Re30, Rb38, Re50, Rb4 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus55, 52 · 10m · £2 · every ~5 min
52, 55 · 13m · every ~5 min
52 · 18m · every ~5 min
TramE, 4, 3, 1, 0 · 12m · every ~22 min
3, 1, 7, 4, 0, E · 14m · every ~27 min

Kassel Hbf train station facilities and services

Kassel Hbf 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: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.

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