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Major Old Masters gallery in Wilhelmshöhe Palace with works by Rembrandt, Rubens and Dürer in a grand historic setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
DKK 454
Average ticket price on Oct 22
DKK 554
Fastest journey on Oct 22
7 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
7 h 51 m
Trains on Oct 22
6
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Kassel will cost around DKK 554 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 454.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Kassel without transferring at least once.
ECE 395 · ICE 775
ECE 393 · ICE 771
IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 77
IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ECE 9
RJ 385 · ICE 883
ECE 393 · ICE 771
ECE 395 · ICE 775
RJ 385 · 11173 · ICE 773
RJ 385 · ICE 883
IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 77Trains from Copenhagen to Kassel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 446 but you can travel from only DKK 255 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average train duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 446 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Kassel trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:22 PM Copenhagen | 7h24 | 8:46 PM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
ECE 393 · ICE 771 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h23 | 3:45 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ECE 9 | On time 9:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h01 | 6:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
RJ 385 · 11173 · ICE 773 | On time 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h24 | 5:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
RJ 385 · ICE 883 | On time 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h02 | 6:24 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 77 | On time 11:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h01 | 8:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
ECE 395 · ICE 775 | On time 12:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7h24 | 7:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Kassel trains use the København Hovedb. to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
Svanemoellen st is 4 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Svanemoellen st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Svanemoellen st.
ATMs are available at Svanemoellen st.
Available at Svanemoellen st: Parking, WC.
Available at Svanemoellen st: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Svanemoellen st.
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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