- Must visit
Museum der bildenden Künste
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
2 h 57 m
Trains on 01 Sept
8
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Leipzig will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Kassel to Leipzig you need to make at least one change.
ICE 378 · IC 2035 · IC 2235
ICE 583 · ICE 1557
24223 · ICE 1557
IC 2151 · ICE 696
ICE 686 · 26105 · ICE 600
IC 2151 · ICE 696
ICE 783 · ICE 694
ICE 583 · ICE 1557
ICE 581 · ICE 1555
24223 · ICE 1557Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £399.
Distance: 200 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £399 Average Price |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2151 · ICE 696 | On time 6:48 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h21 | 9:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
24217 · ICE 1555 | On time 7:07 Kassel Hbf | 3h24 | 10:31 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 581 · ICE 1555 | On time 7:23 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h08 | 10:31 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783 · ICE 694 | On time 8:23 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h46 | 11:09 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 686 · 26105 · ICE 600 | On time 8:36 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h28 | 12:04 Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 378 · IC 2035 · IC 2235 | Delayed 8:46 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h29 | 10:38 10:38Leipzig Hbf | 2 changes | |
24223 · ICE 1557 | On time 9:07 Kassel Hbf | 3h24 | 12:31 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 583 · ICE 1557 | On time 9:23 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h08 | 12:31 Leipzig Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Kassel to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
Major art museum with old masters, modern works and Leipzig painting. A strong choice for both classic and contemporary art.
Museum in Bach’s former home, presenting manuscripts, instruments and his life in Leipzig. Essential for music lovers.
Museum of printing, design and book culture in a historic industrial setting. Especially rewarding for visitors interested in crafts and media history.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades and markets. A natural base for exploring the old town on foot.
Elegant passage linking city-centre streets with shops, architecture and a striking glass roof. One of Leipzig’s signature urban walks.
Canal-side former industrial district now known for galleries, studios and street art. Popular for a slower local walk beyond the centre.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often finished with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting regional staple found in Leipzig homes and traditional inns.
Pan-fried freshwater fish from the Leipzig area, traditionally served simply to highlight local river and lake produce.
Leipzig’s best-known vegetable dish: peas, carrots, asparagus and morels, classically enriched with crayfish and butter. A historic local speciality.
Elegant restaurant in the Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof offering refined modern cuisine in a polished central setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted setting popular for traditional Leipzig dining.
Well-known restaurant focusing on Saxon and German specialities with a cosy, traditional interior near the city centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining and public transport are often a little cheaper than in Berlin, Munich or Hamburg, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Tell the server the total amount when paying.
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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel to Leipzig trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
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 options include: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Leipzig Markt 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 options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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