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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for extraordinary detail and broad appeal to adults and children.
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
24239 · ICE 786
ICE 786 · RT5
23125 · ICE 72
23127 · ICE 576
ICE 72 · RT5
4163 · ICE 588
23057 · ICE 578
ICE 786 · RT5
24239 · ICE 786
ICE 72 · RT5Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $107 (€87).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 8m.
You'll arrive about 36m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 3h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $107 (€87) compared to roughly $56 (€46) 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 Kassel Hbf to Hamburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4163 · ICE 588 | On time 4:23 PM Kassel Hbf | 3h14 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
77118 · ICE 72 | On time 4:37 PM Kassel Hbf | 3h37 | 8:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24239 · ICE 786 | On time 5:11 PM Kassel Hbf | 3h25 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 786 · RT5 | Delayed 3:36 PM 5:18 PMKassel Hbf | 3h18 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
23127 · ICE 576 | On time 5:42 PM Kassel Hbf | 3h32 | 9:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4165 · ICE 586 | On time 6:23 PM Kassel Hbf | 3h14 | 9:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 6:23 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel Hbf to Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Kassel Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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