- Must visit
Liebieghaus
Major regional museum in Frankfurt on sculpture from antiquity to modern times, housed in an architecturally striking riverside building.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Kelsterbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Kelsterbach will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Kassel to Kelsterbach without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Kelsterbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Kelsterbach:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Kelsterbach costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Kelsterbach take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 7m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 2h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $63 (€51) compared to roughly $33 (€27) 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 to Kelsterbach trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:48 PM Kassel | 2h16 | 9:04 PM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:13 PM Kassel | 2h06 | 9:19 PM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:23 PM Kassel | 2h56 | 10:19 PM Kelsterbach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:48 PM Kassel | 2h01 | 9:49 PM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:48 PM Kassel | 2h16 | 11:04 PM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:13 PM Kassel | 2h06 | 11:19 PM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:23 PM Kassel | 2h56 | 12:19 AM Kelsterbach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:48 PM Kassel | 2h01 | 11:49 PM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:49 PM Kassel | 2h45 | 1:34 AM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 11 | |||||
![]() | 4:08 AM Kassel | 2h41 | 6:49 AM Kelsterbach | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kassel to Kelsterbach run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Kelsterbach — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kelsterbach trip today.
Major regional museum in Frankfurt on sculpture from antiquity to modern times, housed in an architecturally striking riverside building.
One of Germany's most important art museums, known for Old Masters and major European works on Frankfurt's museum embankment.
Hands-on natural history museum in Frankfurt featuring dinosaurs, biodiversity, and geology, especially popular with families.
Historic old town quarter in nearby Höchst with timbered houses, narrow lanes, and one of the most atmospheric walks near Kelsterbach.
Large woodland on Kelsterbach's edge with walking and cycling routes, offering a green escape close to the airport and river.
Pleasant riverside path along the Main, ideal for relaxed walks, cycling, and watching boats near Kelsterbach's waterfront.
Frankfurter Grüne Soße is a cold herb sauce with seven herbs, served with eggs and potatoes. It is a signature specialty of the Frankfurt region near Kelsterbach.
Handkäs mit Musik is a small sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and caraway. It is a classic Hessian tavern dish often enjoyed with cider.
Frankfurter Würstchen are thin smoked sausages traditionally served hot with mustard and bread. They are one of the region's best known foods.
Popular local Greek restaurant in Kelsterbach with generous portions, grilled specialties, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
Traditional Hessian inn known for regional dishes and apple wine in a rustic setting near Kelsterbach's historic center.
Established riverside restaurant focused on German and seasonal cuisine with a more polished atmosphere and views near the Main.
Moderate for the Frankfurt area. Hotels can be higher near the airport, but dining and local transit are similar to other suburban German destinations.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Kelsterbach Station -> Kelsterbach Town Hall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Kelsterbach 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 Kelsterbach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel to Kelsterbach trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Kelsterbach station pair. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Kelsterbach 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.
Kelsterbach 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: Osteria Nr. 1, Mediterraneo Ristorante & Pizzeria, Zum Grünen Baum, Eiscafé Venezia
Wi-Fi is available at Kelsterbach. ATMs are available at Kelsterbach.
Ticket office support is available at Kelsterbach. Information desks are available at Kelsterbach.
Luggage storage is available at Kelsterbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kelsterbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kelsterbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kelsterbach.
Nearby hotels include Airport Hotel Tanne, Darmstädter Hof, Hotel Zeltinger Hof, Hotel Lindenhof.
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