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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £114 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £114, while a flight costs an average of £425.
Distance: 667 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£425 Average Price | £114 Average Price Cheapest | £325 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 10m Average total duration 17h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Kassel:
A coach is £211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Kassel costing on average £325.
A coach is £311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Kassel costing on average £425.
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 13m.
Coach takes on average 18h 10m.
You'll arrive about 6h 36m sooner (3h 8m by flight vs 9h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £425 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Kassel from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from London to Kassel is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Kassel are Göttingen, Hanover, Marburg, Paderborn and Fulda. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kassel on Omio.
Göttingen is best known as a university city, giving its historic centre a youthful, scholarly atmosphere. Timber-framed streets, the Gänseliesel fountain and a strong bookish culture make it feel lively yet relaxed.
Hanover is known for major trade fairs, elegant gardens and a relaxed, green cityscape. The Herrenhausen Gardens, Maschsee and a polished centre give it a calm character with culture close at hand.
Marburg is a university town in Hesse known for its medieval centre and the Landgrafenschloss above the Lahn. Steep streets, half-timbered houses and a lively student atmosphere give it a historic yet youthful feel.
Paderborn is known for the springs of the River Pader, its cathedral and its strong university presence. Historic streets and churches give it a traditional feel, while modern technology and student life keep the city lively.
Fulda is a compact Baroque city in Hesse, known for its cathedral, palace quarter and ties to Saint Boniface. Its historic centre, relaxed café scene and access to the Rhön give it a calm, cultured feel.
Travel to Kassel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Kassel.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Kassel:
A coach is £211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Kassel costing on average £325.
A coach is £311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Kassel costing on average £425.
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 13m.
Coach takes on average 18h 10m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Kassel as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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