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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 Sep 19
$42
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$47
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paderborn to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paderborn to Kassel will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Paderborn to Kassel without transferring at least once.
26709 · RT5
26711 · RT5
26707 · RT5
ICE 587 · 63574+
74923
26711 · RT5
26707 · RT5
26709 · RT5
ICE 587 · 63574+
74923Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paderborn to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paderborn to Kassel:
A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paderborn to Kassel costing on average $41.
Other travel options to Kassel take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 13m by train vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $41 compared to roughly $15 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.
The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to Kassel trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26707 · RT5 | 8:48 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1h20 | 10:08 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26709 · RT5 | 9:48 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1h22 | 11:10 AM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26711 · RT5 | 10:48 AM Paderborn Hbf | 1h20 | 12:08 PM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · 63574+ 74923 | Delayed 11:02 AM 10:53 AMPaderborn Hbf | 2h47 | 1:40 PM Kassel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Paderborn to Kassel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Kassel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kassel trip today.
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 Paderborn 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 Paderborn to Kassel trains use the Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Paderborn and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn 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: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.
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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