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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 20
$144
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$160
Fastest journey on Oct 20
10 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
10 h 54 m
Trains on Oct 20
12
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kassel will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Kassel without transferring at least once.
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114
EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 782
RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786
RJX 60 · ICE 1284
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 588
R 4612 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114Trains from Budapest to Kassel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 502 miles (809 km) distance in 8h 34m.
Distance 502 miles (809 km) |
Average train duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 34m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4910 · R 9420 · REX 9402 · RJX 19950 | On time 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h24 | 3:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5 transfers | |
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 588 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 4:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 588 | On time 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 10h54 | 4:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786 | On time 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 5:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
R 4612 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786 | On time 6:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 10h54 | 5:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
RJX 60 · ICE 1284 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 10h52 | 6:22 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 784 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 7:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 10h54 | 7:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 584 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 8:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 584 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 10h54 | 8:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 782 | On time 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 11h04 | 9:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114 | On time 10:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 10h54 | 9:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4 transfers | |
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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 Budapest 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 Budapest to Kassel trains use the Budapest Keleti to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
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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