The cheapest and fastest trains from Detmold to Kassel
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Detmold to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Detmold to Kassel without transferring at least 2 times.
10:02 PM2h41Detmold12:43 AMKasselFind prices2 transfers
10:02 PM2h41Detmold12:43 AMKasselFind prices2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Detmold to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Detmold to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Detmold to Kassel train times
The table below shows live departures for Detmold to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:02 PM Detmold | 2h41 | 12:43 AM Kassel | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Detmold to Kassel
Trains from Detmold to Kassel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:03, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 8:03 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurobahn from Detmold to Kassel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurobahn trains will get you between Detmold and Kassel from $45 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurobahn
FAQs: Trains from Detmold to Kassel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detmold 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Detmold to Kassel
Most Detmold to Kassel trains use the Detmold to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair. Use this guide to compare Detmold and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Detmold station do trains to Kassel leave from?
Getting to Detmold from Detmold city centre
Detmold train station facilities and services
Detmold 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 and drink
Food options include: Cup, Vollkornbäckerei Meffert, Tilos Pizzabox, Wunderbar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Detmold. ATMs are available at Detmold.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Detmold. Information desks are available at Detmold.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Detmold. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Detmold: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Detmold: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Detmold.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residenz Hotel, Hotel Brechmann, StadtHotel, Hotel Lippischer Hof.
Which Kassel station do trains from Detmold arrive at?
Getting to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe from Kassel city centre
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
Most popular train connections from Detmold
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