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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 Sep 20
€70
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€112
Fastest journey on Sep 20
10 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
10 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
700 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Kassel will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
It's difficult to get from Gdańsk to Kassel without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 265 · EC 44 · BUS 40044 · ICE 842
IC 5412 · EC 46 · BUS 40046 · ICE 677
IC 263 · EC 48 · BUS 40048 · ICE 846
IC 263 · EC 48 · BUS 40048 · ICE 379
IC 5412 · EC 46 · BUS 40046 · ICE 844
IC 263 · EC 48 · BUS 40048 · ICE 846
IC 265 · EC 44 · BUS 40044 · ICE 842
IC 5412 · EC 46 · BUS 40046 · ICE 844
IC 263 · EC 48 · BUS 40048 · ICE 379
IC 5412 · EC 46 · BUS 40046 · ICE 677Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €87, while a flight costs an average of €591.
Distance: 434 miles (700 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€125 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest | €591 Average price | €150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Kassel:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Kassel costing on average €125.
A bus is €504 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Kassel costing on average €591.
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 58m.
Bus takes on average 16h 3m.
The journey is about 22m faster (8h 58m by train vs 9h 20m by car) and roughly €25 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€125 vs €150). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Kassel trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:32 AM Gdańsk | 10h39 | 8:11 PM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:32 AM Gdańsk | 9h14 | 7:46 PM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
IC 263 · EC 48 · BUS 40048 · ICE 846 | On time 8:23 AM Gdańsk Główny | 10h23 | 6:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4 transfers | |
IC 263 · EC 48 · BUS 40048 · ICE 379 | On time 8:23 AM Gdańsk Główny | 10h48 | 7:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · BUS 40046 · ICE 677 | On time 10:18 AM Gdańsk Główny | 10h53 | 9:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · BUS 40046 · ICE 844 | On time 10:18 AM Gdańsk Główny | 10h28 | 8:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Gdańsk to Kassel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (700 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 434 miles (700 km) |
Average train duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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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 Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk to Kassel trains use the Gdańsk Główny to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Gdańsk and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gdańsk Główny 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: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
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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