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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 Sep 20
lei178
Average ticket price on Sep 20
lei311
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 20
12
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eisenach to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eisenach to Kassel will cost around lei311 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei178.
It's difficult to get from Eisenach to Kassel without transferring at least once.
24110 · 24218 · Bus SEV5 · 63570
24114 · 24222 · Bus SEV5 · 63574
ICE 593 · ICE 886
24114 · 24176 · 24019
24110 · 24172 · 24015
ICE 593 · ICE 886
ICE 597 · ICE 880
ICE 595 · ICE 882
ICE 1652 · ICE 682
ICE 1654 · ICE 684Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eisenach to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei49 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei49, while a train costs an average of lei191.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei191 Average price | lei49 Average price Cheapest | lei72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Eisenach to Kassel:
A bus is lei142 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eisenach to Kassel costing on average lei191.
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around lei191 compared to roughly lei72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei-118.81. The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Eisenach to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 593 · ICE 886 | Delayed 6:03 AM 7:56 AMEisenach station | 1h38 | 9:34 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
24109 · ICE 1654 · ICE 684+ 63480 | 8:37 AM Eisenach West station | 2h19 | 10:56 AM Kassel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1654 · ICE 684 | On time 8:48 AM Eisenach station | 1h46 | 10:34 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
24110 · 24218 · Bus SEV5 · 63570 | 9:18 AM Eisenach West station | 2h22 | 11:40 AM Kassel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
24110 · 24172 · 24015 | 9:18 AM Eisenach West station | 2h55 | 12:13 PM Kassel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 595 · ICE 882 | On time 9:56 AM Eisenach station | 1h38 | 11:34 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
24113 · ICE 1652 · ICE 682+ 63464 | 10:37 AM Eisenach West station | 2h19 | 12:56 PM Kassel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1652 · ICE 682 | On time 10:48 AM Eisenach station | 1h46 | 12:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
24114 · 24176 · 24019 | 11:18 AM Eisenach West station | 2h55 | 2:13 PM Kassel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
24114 · 24222 · Bus SEV5 · 63574 | 11:18 AM Eisenach West station | 2h22 | 1:40 PM Kassel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 597 · ICE 880 | On time 11:56 AM Eisenach station | 1h38 | 1:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 680 | On time 12:48 PM Eisenach station | 1h46 | 2:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Eisenach to Kassel run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei101 but you can travel from only lei45 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price lei101 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
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Discover the best of Kassel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kassel trip today.
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 Eisenach 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 Eisenach to Kassel trains use the Eisenach to Kassel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Use this guide to compare Eisenach and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Eisenach is 1 km from Eisenach city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Eisenach 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: Bei GIOVANNI, Steakhaus Zum Ritter, Kartoffelhaus, Cafe Toccata
Wi-Fi is available at Eisenach. ATMs are available at Eisenach.
Ticket office support is available at Eisenach. Information desks are available at Eisenach.
Luggage storage is available at Eisenach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eisenach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eisenach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eisenach.
Nearby hotels include LOGOTEL, Vienna House Thüringer Hof, Hotel am Markt, Pension Michelangelo.
Eisenach West 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: Augustiner Bräu Spezialausschank, Storchenturm - Gasthof, Gino's Pizza Taxi, Rialto Pizza, Eisenacher Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Eisenach West. ATMs are available at Eisenach West.
Ticket office support is available at Eisenach West. Information desks are available at Eisenach West.
Luggage storage is available at Eisenach West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eisenach West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eisenach West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eisenach West.
Nearby hotels include Lutherhotel Eisenacher Hof, Pension Katharinenschule, Hotel Klostergarten.
Eisenach Opelwerke Hp is 2 km from Eisenach city centre. Public transport options include:
Eisenach Opelwerke Hp 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: Wiesengrund, Hörselgrund
Wi-Fi is available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp. ATMs are available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp.
Ticket office support is available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp. Information desks are available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp.
Luggage storage is available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eisenach Opelwerke Hp.
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.
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.
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