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Stadt- und Industriemuseum Rüsselsheim
The city’s flagship museum presents Opel history, mobility, and local heritage inside the fortress. It is the essential cultural stop in Rüsselsheim.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
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 $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kassel for Rüsselsheim on Fri, Aug 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.


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 |
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Rüsselsheim trains for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:13 PM Kassel | 2h21 | 3:34 PM Rüsselsheim Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:48 PM Kassel | 1h59 | 3:47 PM Rüsselsheim Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Kassel | 2h04 | 5:17 PM Rüsselsheim Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Kassel | 1h59 | 5:47 PM Rüsselsheim Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Kassel | 2h21 | 7:34 PM Rüsselsheim Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Kassel | 1h59 | 9:12 AM Rüsselsheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The city’s flagship museum presents Opel history, mobility, and local heritage inside the fortress. It is the essential cultural stop in Rüsselsheim.
This municipal art venue shows modern and contemporary exhibitions in a historic setting and is a strong choice for art-focused visitors.
Exhibitions in the fortress galleries add rotating visual art to the city’s cultural offer and are worth pairing with the museum visit.
The historic core around the fortress and church is the best area for a first walk, with civic buildings, small plazas, and local character.
This riverside promenade is one of the city’s most pleasant walking areas, offering open views, fresh air, and easy access from the center.
A large green space popular for walks, sports, and family time, especially useful if you want a relaxed break from urban sightseeing.
Hand cheese with onions and a vinegar-oil marinade. A Hessian tavern classic, especially popular with cider around the Rhine-Main region.
Green herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. A signature Frankfurt-Hesse specialty eaten across the area.
A dry, tart apple wine central to Hessian food culture. Traditionally poured in ribbed glasses and commonly enjoyed in local taverns.
Established riverside restaurant serving regional German cuisine and seasonal dishes with a more polished atmosphere.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for German and Hessian dishes in a relaxed, long-established setting popular with locals.
Casual local favorite for hearty German fare, beer, and a friendly pub atmosphere suited to everyday dining.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are mid-priced; local transit is reasonable, but Frankfurt area rates can raise accommodation and restaurant costs.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Rüsselsheim Bahnhof -> Marktplatz 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.

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.
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.
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 options include: Shahi, Café in der Festung, Bootshaus, Shu
Wi-Fi is available at Rüsselsheim. ATMs are available at Rüsselsheim.
Ticket office support is available at Rüsselsheim. Information desks are available at Rüsselsheim.
Luggage storage is available at Rüsselsheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rüsselsheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rüsselsheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rüsselsheim.
Nearby hotels include Eichsfeld, Stadthotel Rüsselsheim, Hotel Europa.
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