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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 18
Kč1632
Average ticket price on Sep 18
Kč1792
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Kassel will cost around Kč1792 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč1632.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 trains from Karlsruhe to Kassel, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
ICE 376
ECE 8
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992
ICE 374
ICE 202 · ICE 772
ECE 8
ICE 376
ICE 374
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992
ICE 202 · ICE 772Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč756 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč756, while a train costs an average of Kč1855.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč1855 Average price | Kč756 Average price Cheapest | Kč1206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Kassel:
A bus is Kč1099 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Kassel costing on average Kč1855.
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 2m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (2h 56m by train vs 3h 21m by car). Tickets start at around Kč1855 compared to roughly Kč1206 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.
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Kassel trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:41 AM Karlsruhe | 3h46 | 11:27 AM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
ICE 376 | On time 7:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h45 | 10:44 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 | 8:37 AM Karlsruhe | 2h34 | 11:11 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992 | On time 8:59 AM Karlsruhe | 2h47 | 11:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
ICE 202 · ICE 772 | On time 8:59 AM Karlsruhe | 3h12 | 12:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Kassel run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč466 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč466 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:46 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 Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Kassel trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe 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: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
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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