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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.
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 $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 trains from Kassel to Bern, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 508 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 8 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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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Trains from Kassel to Bern run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $38 by bus.
There are 2 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 18m.
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The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Bern trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 793 · ICE 593 · ICE 103 · IC 10971 | On time 8:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 1:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 793 · ICE 593 · ICE 103+ IC 10971 | On time 8:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 1:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 71+ IC 623 | On time 8:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 2:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71 · IC 623 | On time 8:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 2:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105+ IC 10975 | On time 9:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h08 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105 · IC 10975 | On time 9:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h08 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 795 · ICE 595 · ICE 105+ IC 10975 | On time 10:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 795 · ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IC 10975 | On time 10:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
EC 5+ IC 627 | 10:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 4:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 · IC 627 | On time 10:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 4:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 | On time 11:50 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h06 | 5:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 | On time 11:50 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h06 | 5:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 797 · ICE 597 · ICE 107 | On time 12:14 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h42 | 5:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 797 · ICE 597 · ICE 107 | On time 12:14 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h42 | 5:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 73 · EC 67 | On time 12:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 6:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73+ EC 67 | On time 12:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 6:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 579 · ICE 109 · IC 10983 | On time 1:47 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h09 | 7:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 579 · ICE 109+ IC 10983 | On time 1:47 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h09 | 7:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 799 · ICE 599 · ICE 109 · IC 10983 | On time 2:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 7:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 799 · ICE 599 · ICE 109+ IC 10983 | On time 2:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 7:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 7+ IC 635 | On time 2:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 8:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7 · IC 635 | On time 2:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 8:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 771 · ICE 201+ IC 987 | On time 3:49 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h07 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 771 · ICE 201 · IC 987 | On time 3:49 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h07 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 993 · ICE 691 · ICE 201 · IC 987 | On time 4:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 993 · ICE 691 · ICE 201+ IC 987 | On time 4:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h43 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
4163 · ICE 377 | On time 4:23 PM Kassel Hbf | 6h33 | 10:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75 · IC 641 | On time 4:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 10:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75+ IC 641 | On time 4:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h38 | 10:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 773 · ICE 203+ IC 2345 · IC 838 | 5:49 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 6h13 | 12:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 995 · ICE 693 · ICE 203+ IC 2345 | 6:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 5h49 | 12:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4 transfers | |
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World-class museum and research center devoted to Paul Klee, with major exhibitions in a striking Renzo Piano building.
Leading fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to modern art, including notable Swiss and international holdings.
Swiss national museum branch presenting Alpine history, communication, migration, and rich cultural heritage collections.
UNESCO-listed medieval old town with arcades, fountains, shops, and major sights, ideal for Bern's classic walking route.
Tree-lined riverside park on a peninsula bend, famous for postcard views of the Old City and a relaxing local atmosphere.
Elegant main street of the Old City, lined with arcades, historic façades, fountains, and key landmarks including Zytglogge.
Rösti is a crisp fried potato cake from the Bern region, once a farmer's breakfast and now a Swiss classic often served as a side or main dish.
Berner Platte is a festive Bernese platter of cured and smoked meats, sausages, potatoes, sauerkraut, and beans, traditionally shared in colder months.
Berner Zungenwurst is a Bernese tongue sausage, gently smoked and seasoned, usually served hot with potatoes or vegetables in traditional inns.
Michelin-starred restaurant focused on modern seasonal cuisine, offering a sophisticated fine-dining experience by the Aare.
Refined Swiss fine dining in an elegant old-town venue, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic cellar restaurant serving classic Bernese and Swiss dishes in a vaulted old-town setting with a warm traditional atmosphere.
Bern is costlier than many European capitals. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are pricey, though the compact center and included local transport at some hotels can help.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and small cafe bills.
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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.
Check train stations information for Kassel and Bern, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.