4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel to Kassel
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Kassel will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kiel for Kassel every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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.
11:054h16Kiel15:21Kassel£1011One-way0 changes
- 11:054h16Kiel15:21Kassel£1011One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Kiel to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 337 km
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£80 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kiel to Kassel
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Trains from Kiel to Kassel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 337 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 337 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kiel to Kassel trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kiel and Kassel from £27. 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: Kiel to Kassel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kiel 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 Kiel and Kassel
Most Kiel to Kassel trains use the Kiel Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Kiel and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kiel station do trains to Kassel leave from?
Getting to Kiel Hbf from Kiel city centre
Kiel Hbf train station facilities and services
Kiel 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: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
Getting to Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK from Kiel city centre
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK is 2 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK train station facilities and services
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Illy Espressobar, McDonald's, Gosch, Citti-Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. ATMs are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Information desks are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Which Kassel station do trains from Kiel arrive at?
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.
Getting to Kassel Hbf from Kassel city centre
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.
Most popular train connections from Kiel
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