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Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Major Old Masters gallery in Wilhelmshöhe Palace with works by Rembrandt, Rubens and Dürer in a grand historic setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€32
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€44
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
4 h 11 m
Trains on Oct 13
2
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Kassel will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 2 trains from Bonn to Kassel, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.




Trains from Bonn to Kassel run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:44 AM Bonn | 4h11 | 10:55 AM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 AM Bonn | 4h11 | 11:55 AM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major Old Masters gallery in Wilhelmshöhe Palace with works by Rembrandt, Rubens and Dürer in a grand historic setting.
Contemporary art venue in a former spa building, best known as a key documenta location with rotating international exhibitions.
Compact museum on the Grimm brothers in the Palais Bellevue, highlighting their lives, scholarship and worldwide fairy-tale legacy.
UNESCO World Heritage hillside park with water features, woodland paths, monuments and some of Kassel's most spectacular panoramic views.
Baroque riverside park ideal for strolling, with canals, lawns, the Orangery and seasonal flower displays near the city center.
Central square framed by major museums and civic buildings, often used for events and known as one of Germany's largest urban plazas.
A green herb sauce from nearby Hesse, served cold with potatoes and eggs. It is a regional classic tied to spring herbs and everyday home cooking.
Air-dried, cured pork sausage from North Hesse. Its smoky, robust flavor makes it a staple of local snack platters and tavern food.
A hearty stew of potatoes and pork, often enriched with vegetables. It is traditional in North Hesse and valued as warming rural comfort food.
Upscale restaurant in Schlosshotel Bad Wilhelmshöhe known for refined seasonal cuisine and an elegant setting near Kassel’s parklands.
Historic venue in the Wilhelmshöhe area with classic German cooking, cakes, and a grand setting suited to a relaxed meal after sightseeing.
Traditional Hessian brewery restaurant serving regional dishes and beer in a rustic, lively atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Frankfurt or Munich, while local transit and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, small change or rounding up is customary.
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Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe -> Kassel Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn 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.

Most Bonn to Kassel trains use the Bonn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Bonn and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bonn 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 options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel 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 options include: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Bonn-Endenich Nord is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Endenich Nord 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 options include: Lambertus-Stube, Chinatown, Burgerme, Gilgen's
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Endenich Nord. ATMs are available at Bonn-Endenich Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Endenich Nord. Information desks are available at Bonn-Endenich Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Endenich Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Endenich Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Endenich Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Endenich Nord.
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
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 options include: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
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