The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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-Wilhelmshöhe will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 32 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe on Fri, Jun 19, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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4447 · ICE 78111:36 PM6h45Hamburg Hbf6:21 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$431One-way2 transfers
ICE 797:44 PM3h03Hamburg Hbf10:47 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$441One-way0 transfers
ICE 1081 · ICE 273 · ICE 7789:51 PM8h19Hamburg Hbf6:10 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$681One-way2 transfers
ICE 7776:44 PM3h02Hamburg Hbf9:46 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$771One-way0 transfers
ICE 5734:44 AM3h02Hamburg Hbf7:46 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$851One-way0 transfers
ICE 77112:44 PM3h01Hamburg Hbf3:45 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$1121One-way0 transfers
ICE 5858:19 AM3h02Hamburg Hbf11:21 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$1121One-way0 transfers
ICE 739:44 AM3h02Hamburg Hbf12:46 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$1121One-way0 transfers
ICE 5778:44 AM3h02Hamburg Hbf11:46 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$1121One-way0 transfers
ICE 58710:19 AM3h02Hamburg Hbf1:21 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe$1261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $916.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $916 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m 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-Wilhelmshöhe:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe costing on average $67 (€55).
A bus is $883 (€723) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe costing on average $916 (€750).
Other travel options to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 22m.
Flight takes on average 4h 40m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (3h 11m by train vs 3h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $67 (€55) compared to roughly $10 (€8) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet.
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-Wilhelmshöhe train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1687 · S4 · ICE 679 | On time 8:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h53 | 12:37 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 781 | On time 9:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h30 | 6:21 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 · 4445 · ICE 781 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h58 | 6:21 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
ICE 573 | On time 4:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 7:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 783 | On time 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 8:21 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 71 | On time 5:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 8:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 583 | On time 6:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 9:21 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 575 | On time 6:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 9:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 785 | On time 7:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 10:21 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 5 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 10:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 585 | On time 8:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 11:21 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 | On time 8:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 11:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 787 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 12:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 | On time 9:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 12:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 587 | On time 10:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 1:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 579 | On time 10:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 1:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 789 | On time 11:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 2:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7 | On time 11:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 2:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 589 | On time 12:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 3:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 | On time 12:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h01 | 3:45 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 881 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 4:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 75 | On time 1:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 4:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 681 | On time 2:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 5:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 773 | On time 2:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 5:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 883 | On time 3:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 6:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 | On time 3:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 6:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 683 | On time 4:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 7:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 775 | On time 4:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 7:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 885 | On time 5:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 8:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 77 | On time 5:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 8:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 685 | On time 6:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 9:21 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 777 | On time 6:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 9:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 79 | On time 7:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h03 | 10:47 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:44, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 2:44 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe from $18 (€15). 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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Nightjet
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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-Wilhelmshöhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
Most Hamburg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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-Wilhelmshöhe 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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