The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Buses per day
11
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 $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 11 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Kassel on Mon, Nov 24, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.

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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 €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Frankfurt am Main to Kassel Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | 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, Sunday, November 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h20 | 3:55 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h45 | 3:55 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2h50 | 10:30 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h15 | 10:30 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 4:25 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2h30 | 6:55 AM Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h05 | 2:45 PM Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, 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 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main to KasselYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Kassel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $7 (€5). 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.

When departing from Frankfurt am Main, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) and Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof Fernbusse. When arriving in Kassel, you can end your route in bus stations like Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof and Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.
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- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- 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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