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You can get from Hamburg to Kassel by train, bus or flight.
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To get from Hamburg to Kassel on 29 May we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Travel Information from Hamburg to Kassel
 | Distance | 157 miles (253 km) |
 | Available travel modes | Coach or train |
 | Ticket price range | £13 - £27 |
 | Cheapest mode | Train • £13 • 2 h 9 min |
 | Fastest mode | Train • £13 • 2 h 9 min |
 | Popular travel companies | Brittany Ferries or Deutsche Bahn |
Travel 157 miles (253 km) by coach or train from Hamburg to Kassel. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 2 h 9 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a train is the best option with prices starting as low as £13. The most popular travel providers which serve this trip are Brittany Ferries or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travellers can even take a direct coach or train from Hamburg to Kassel.
Travel Tips: Travel from Hamburg to Kassel
What are my travel options from Hamburg to Kassel?
There are 2 ways to get from Hamburg to Kassel: coach or train.
What is the cheapest way from Hamburg to Kassel?
The cheapest way from Hamburg to Kassel is by taking a train. You can find average ticket prices around £13 compared to other travel options to Kassel:
A train is about £14 less than a coach, which costs on average £27 for this route.
What is the fastest way from Hamburg to Kassel?
The fastest way from Hamburg to Kassel is by train with an average journey time of 2 h 9 min.
Other travel options to Kassel from Hamburg can usually take longer:
In comparison, going by coach can take 6 h on average.
How far is Kassel from Hamburg?
Kassel is approximately 157 miles (253 km) away from Hamburg.
Where do people depart from and arrive in when travelling from Hamburg to Kassel?
These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from Hamburg to Kassel:
- Coaches mostly depart from Hamburg, Bahnsteig Gleis 13 + 14 and arrive in Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik.
- Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Who can get me from Hamburg to Kassel?
Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Hamburg to Kassel:
- You can take a coach from Hamburg to Kassel with Brittany Ferries. Cheap tickets can be found for £27 with Brittany Ferries from Hamburg to Kassel.
- You can take a train from Hamburg to Kassel with Deutsche Bahn. Cheap tickets can be found for £13 with Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Kassel.
Can I find a direct route between Hamburg and Kassel?
Yes, there are direct services available to Kassel from Hamburg with the following travel operators:
- You'll find direct coaches with BlaBlaCar.
- You can travel directly by train with Deutsche Bahn.
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Kassel as you won't need to change in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Kassel from Hamburg.
What other destinations are worth visiting after travelling from Hamburg to Kassel?
How far in advance should I purchase my Hamburg to Kassel ticket online to get the best deals?
When planning your trip between Hamburg and Kassel, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to buy and their prices in the next 7 days:
- Coach tickets are costing £27 one way on average.
- Train tickets cost £13 one way on average.
However, we recommend buying tickets between Hamburg and Kassel online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.
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