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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kassel to Rüsselsheim
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Rüsselsheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Rüsselsheim will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Kassel to Rüsselsheim without transferring at least once.
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7:48 PM2h46Kassel10:34 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$591One-way1 transfer- 9:13 PM2h03Kassel11:16 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$591One-way1 transfer
- 7:13 PM2h21Kassel9:34 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$621One-way1 transfer
- 10:49 PM6h29Kassel5:18 AMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$621One-way1 transfer
- 9:13 PM2h03Kassel11:16 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$591One-way1 transfer
- 7:13 PM2h21Kassel9:34 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$621One-way1 transfer
- 7:48 PM2h46Kassel10:34 PMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$591One-way1 transfer
- 10:49 PM6h29Kassel5:18 AMRüsselsheim Bahnhof$621One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kassel to Rüsselsheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Rüsselsheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Rüsselsheim:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Rüsselsheim costing on average $60 (€49).
Other travel options to Rüsselsheim take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 2m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $35 (€29) 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 Rüsselsheim
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Trains from Kassel to Rüsselsheim run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:09, the last at 14:01. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 8:09 AM |
Last train 2:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Kassel to Rüsselsheim trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Kassel and Rüsselsheim from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Kassel to Rüsselsheim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Rüsselsheim 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 Rüsselsheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kassel to Rüsselsheim
Most Kassel to Rüsselsheim trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Rüsselsheim station pair. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Rüsselsheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kassel station do trains to Rüsselsheim 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 Rüsselsheim station do trains from Kassel arrive at?
Getting to Rüsselsheim from Rüsselsheim city centre
Rüsselsheim train station facilities and services
Rüsselsheim 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: Shahi, Café in der Festung, Bootshaus, Shu
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rüsselsheim. ATMs are available at Rüsselsheim.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rüsselsheim. Information desks are available at Rüsselsheim.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rüsselsheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rüsselsheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rüsselsheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rüsselsheim.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Eichsfeld, Stadthotel Rüsselsheim, Hotel Europa.
Most popular train connections from Kassel
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