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Goethes Wohnhaus
Goethe's former home preserves original rooms, collections, and context for understanding his life and work in Weimar.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Weimar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Kassel to Weimar without transferring at least once.



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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Weimar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $56 compared to roughly $30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.08. The journey takes 2h 9m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Weimar trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:36 AM Kassel | 2h40 | 10:16 AM Weimar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kassel to Weimar run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:48, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 12:48 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Weimar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Weimar trip today.
Goethe's former home preserves original rooms, collections, and context for understanding his life and work in Weimar.
Famed Rococo library and museum of books, manuscripts, and architecture; one of Weimar's most celebrated interiors.
Leading Bauhaus museum presenting the school's design legacy through objects, ideas, and modern exhibition design.
Broad central square framed by the German National Theatre and the Goethe-Schiller Monument; Weimar's classic civic heart.
Landscape park along the Ilm with paths, monuments, and literary associations; one of Weimar's essential walking areas.
Historic old town quarter of lanes, courtyards, and classical-era buildings that captures Weimar's intimate atmosphere.
Thuringia's famous grilled pork sausage, seasoned with marjoram and traditionally cooked over charcoal. It is a regional icon often eaten with mustard and bread.
Classic potato dumplings served with roasts and rich gravy. They are a staple of Thuringian home cooking and central to festive Sunday meals.
Sheet cake topped with quark, cream, eggs, and onions, sometimes with caraway. A beloved rustic specialty from central Germany.
Historic restaurant in central Weimar known for refined Thuringian cuisine and a classic atmosphere near the old town.
Well-known traditional venue serving hearty regional dishes and German classics in a rustic, welcoming setting.
Popular casual stop for Thuringian fare and local hospitality, suitable for trying regional staples in an informal setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, though central stays and cultural events can raise daily costs.
Tipping is customary but modest. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change at cafes.
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Weimar Hauptbahnhof -> Goetheplatz, Weimar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Weimar 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 Weimar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel to Weimar trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Weimar station pair, with some services arriving at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Weimar 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.
Weimar is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Public transport options include:
Weimar 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 options include: Subway, Domino's, Alice, Curry & Co.
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar. ATMs are available at Weimar.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar. Information desks are available at Weimar.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar.
Weimar Berkaer Bhf is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Weimar Berkaer Bhf 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: Texas, Johanns Hof, Ristorante Pomodore, Kebab House
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. ATMs are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Information desks are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Liszt, Anna Amalia, Hotel Hollerbusch, Hotel Schillerhof.
Weimar West is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Public transport options include:
Weimar West 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 options include: Domino's, Ankara, Mr. BINH DINH, TAP...
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar West. ATMs are available at Weimar West.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar West. Information desks are available at Weimar West.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar West.
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