The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 575 · 231106:44 AM3h30Hamburg Hbf10:14 AMKassel Hbf$801One-way1 transfer
ICE 585 · 41548:19 AM3h15Hamburg Hbf11:34 AMKassel Hbf$871One-way1 transfer
ICE 583 · 41526:19 AM3h15Hamburg Hbf9:34 AMKassel Hbf$871One-way1 transfer
ICE 785 · 242187:19 AM3h28Hamburg Hbf10:47 AMKassel Hbf$871One-way1 transfer
ICE 585 · 41548:19 AM3h15Hamburg Hbf11:34 AMKassel Hbf$871One-way1 transfer
ICE 583 · 41526:19 AM3h15Hamburg Hbf9:34 AMKassel Hbf$871One-way1 transfer
ICE 785 · 242187:19 AM3h28Hamburg Hbf10:47 AMKassel Hbf$871One-way1 transfer
ICE 575 · 231106:44 AM3h30Hamburg Hbf10:14 AMKassel Hbf$801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $730.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $730 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $697 (€571) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf costing on average $730 (€598).
Other travel options to Kassel Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 18m.
Flight takes on average 4h 40m.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (2h 31m by train vs 3h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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
Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 583 · 4152 | On time 6:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 9:34 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 575 · 23110 | On time 6:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h30 | 10:14 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · 24218 | On time 7:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h28 | 10:47 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · RT5 | On time 7:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h21 | 10:40 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 · 4154 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h50 | 11:34 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · 4154 | On time 8:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h15 | 11:34 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 15:29. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 3:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Kassel Hbf from $20 (€16). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf
Most Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Hbf trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Kassel Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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.
Getting to Kassel Hbf from Kassel city centre
Kassel Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
Getting to Kassel-Harleshausen from Kassel city centre
Kassel-Harleshausen is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Harleshausen train station facilities and services
Kassel-Harleshausen 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 and drink
Food options include: Alte Schmiede, Antalya Döner, Asia LiLi, Hopfengärtchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Harleshausen. ATMs are available at Kassel-Harleshausen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Harleshausen. Information desks are available at Kassel-Harleshausen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Harleshausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel-Harleshausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel-Harleshausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Harleshausen.
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