- Must visit
Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Major Old Masters gallery in Wilhelmshöhe Palace with works by Rembrandt, Rubens and Dürer in a grand historic setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 08
$53
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$76
Fastest journey on Oct 08
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
2 h 30 m
Trains on Oct 08
4
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Kassel will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 4 trains from Mannheim to Kassel, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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 Mannheim to Kassel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 5 days |
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Kassel trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 770 | On time 12:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 2:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 6 | On time 1:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h09 | 3:12 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 598 · ICE 796 | On time 1:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 3:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 578 | On time 2:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 4:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 72 | On time 3:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 5:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 596 · ICE 794 | On time 3:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 5:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 576 | On time 4:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 6:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 4 | On time 5:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 7:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 594 · ICE 792 | On time 5:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 7:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 574 | On time 6:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 8:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 70 | On time 7:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 9:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 592 · ICE 790 | On time 7:29 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h17 | 9:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 572 | On time 8:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 2h08 | 10:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major Old Masters gallery in Wilhelmshöhe Palace with works by Rembrandt, Rubens and Dürer in a grand historic setting.
Contemporary art venue in a former spa building, best known as a key documenta location with rotating international exhibitions.
Compact museum on the Grimm brothers in the Palais Bellevue, highlighting their lives, scholarship and worldwide fairy-tale legacy.
UNESCO World Heritage hillside park with water features, woodland paths, monuments and some of Kassel's most spectacular panoramic views.
Baroque riverside park ideal for strolling, with canals, lawns, the Orangery and seasonal flower displays near the city center.
Central square framed by major museums and civic buildings, often used for events and known as one of Germany's largest urban plazas.
A green herb sauce from nearby Hesse, served cold with potatoes and eggs. It is a regional classic tied to spring herbs and everyday home cooking.
Air-dried, cured pork sausage from North Hesse. Its smoky, robust flavor makes it a staple of local snack platters and tavern food.
A hearty stew of potatoes and pork, often enriched with vegetables. It is traditional in North Hesse and valued as warming rural comfort food.
Upscale restaurant in Schlosshotel Bad Wilhelmshöhe known for refined seasonal cuisine and an elegant setting near Kassel’s parklands.
Historic venue in the Wilhelmshöhe area with classic German cooking, cakes, and a grand setting suited to a relaxed meal after sightseeing.
Traditional Hessian brewery restaurant serving regional dishes and beer in a rustic, lively atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Frankfurt or Munich, while local transit and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, small change or rounding up is customary.
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Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe -> Kassel Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Kassel 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 Kassel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mannheim to Kassel trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim 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: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
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.
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