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Major Old Masters gallery in Wilhelmshöhe Palace with works by Rembrandt, Rubens and Dürer in a grand historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Kassel will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Nuremberg to Kassel, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
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Trains from Nuremberg to Kassel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nuremberg to Kassel.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Kassel trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 622 · ICE 1284 | Delayed 4:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h19 | 5:22 PM 5:22 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 586 | On time 4:32 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 6:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
58226 · ICE 784 | On time 5:05 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h29 | 7:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 584 | On time 6:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h03 | 8:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
58230 · ICE 782 | On time 7:04 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 582 | On time 8:30 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h03 | 10:33 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 522 · 4168 | 9:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 1:50 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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ICE 684 | On time 8:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h03 | 10:34 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 926 · ICE 882 | On time 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h03 | 11:34 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 682 | On time 10:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h04 | 12:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 228 · ICE 880 | On time 11:32 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h02 | 1:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 680 | On time 12:31 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h03 | 2:34 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Kassel trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn) is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn).
Available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.(U-Bahn).
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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