The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 6 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Kassel on Wed, May 27, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
FlixBus4:05 AM2h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)6:40 AMKassel, Fernbusbahnhof$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:25 AM2h30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)7:55 AMKassel, Fernbusbahnhof$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:15 PM2h15Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)11:30 PMKassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:40 PM3h05Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)3:45 PMKassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 AM3h00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)6:40 AMKassel, Fernbusbahnhof$201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:15 PM2h15Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)11:30 PMKassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:25 AM2h30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)7:55 AMKassel, Fernbusbahnhof$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:05 AM2h35Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)6:40 AMKassel, Fernbusbahnhof$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 PM2h50Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)11:30 PMKassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik$201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 AM3h00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)6:40 AMKassel, Fernbusbahnhof$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Frankfurt am Main to Kassel:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€14) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€11). The journey takes 2h 27m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Frankfurt am Main to Kassel Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Kassel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Kassel buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h50 | 11:30 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h15 | 11:30 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h00 | 6:40 AM Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h35 | 6:40 AM Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h30 | 7:55 AM Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h05 | 3:45 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines from Frankfurt am Main to KasselYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Kassel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines for as low as $12 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kassel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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