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Compare train and bus for Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $104.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar:
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar costing on average $104 (€85).
Other travel options to Esslingen am Neckar take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 50m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (3h 52m by train vs 4h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $66 (€54) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar
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Trains from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€85) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€85) |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 12:40 AM |
Last train 7:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Kassel and Esslingen am Neckar from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar 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 Esslingen am Neckar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar
Most Kassel to Esslingen am Neckar trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Esslingen (Neckar) station pair, with some services arriving at Oberesslingen. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Esslingen am Neckar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kassel station do trains to Esslingen am Neckar leave from?
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.
Which Esslingen am Neckar station do trains from Kassel arrive at?
Esslingen (Neckar) train station facilities and services
Esslingen (Neckar) 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: Weiler Hof, Posthörnle, Multi Pizza Service, Brauhaus Schwanen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Esslingen (Neckar). ATMs are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Esslingen (Neckar). Information desks are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Esslingen (Neckar). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Esslingen (Neckar): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Esslingen (Neckar): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Getting to Oberesslingen from Esslingen am Neckar city centre
Oberesslingen is 1 km from Esslingen am Neckar city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberesslingen train station facilities and services
Oberesslingen 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: Zum Froschkönig, Iglu, Ziegelhof, Kohinoor
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oberesslingen. ATMs are available at Oberesslingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oberesslingen. Information desks are available at Oberesslingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oberesslingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberesslingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberesslingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberesslingen.
Getting to Esslingen-Mettingen from Esslingen am Neckar city centre
Esslingen-Mettingen is 2 km from Esslingen am Neckar city centre. Public transport options include:
Esslingen-Mettingen train station facilities and services
Esslingen-Mettingen 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: Kaiserpalast, Cafe Mocca, La Conchiglia, Betriebsrestaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. ATMs are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. Information desks are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Esslingen-Mettingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Esslingen-Mettingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Most popular train connections from Kassel
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