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Zentrum Paul Klee
World-class museum and research center devoted to Paul Klee, with major exhibitions in a striking Renzo Piano building.
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Bern will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kassel for Bern on Thu, Jul 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 30 the direct trains cover the 508 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 38 m .
On Thu, Jul 30 the slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $484.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $608 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 14m Average total duration 17h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Kassel to Bern:
A bus is $82 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Bern costing on average $137 (€137).
A bus is $553 (€553) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Bern costing on average $608 (€608).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 22m.
Bus takes on average 17h 44m.
The journey is about 17m faster (6h 3m by train vs 6h 20m by car) and roughly $14 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($137 (€137) vs $151 (€151)). 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 Kassel to Bern trains for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 AM Kassel | 5h38 | 2:26 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Kassel | 5h42 | 2:56 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:48 AM Kassel | 5h38 | 4:26 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Kassel | 5h43 | 4:56 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:13 PM Kassel | 5h43 | 6:56 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:48 PM Kassel | 5h38 | 8:26 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Kassel | 5h43 | 8:56 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Kassel | 6h13 | 11:26 PM Bern | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:13 PM Kassel | 11h13 | 6:26 AM Bern | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kassel to Bern run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€54) but you can travel from only $39 (€39) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€54) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Bern 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 Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel to Bern trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Bern 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.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
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