- 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
$242
Average price
$242
Fastest journey
6 h 3 m
Average duration
6 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Kassel will cost around $242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $242.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Kassel without transferring at least once.
IR 2252+
EC 8
IR 2292+
ICE 76
RE N7 · IR 2304+
ICE 376
IC 758+
ICE 202 · ICE 2592 · ICE 1670
IC 758+
ICE 202 · ICE 772
IR 2252+
EC 8
IC 758+
ICE 202 · ICE 772
IC 758+
ICE 202 · ICE 2592 · ICE 1670
RE N7 · IR 2304+
ICE 376
IR 2292+
ICE 76Trains from Zurich to Kassel run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kassel trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 370 | Delayed 10:59 AM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 370 | On time 10:59 AM Zurich HB | 6h02 | 5:01 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9218+ ICE 72 | 11:34 AM Zurich HB | 5h37 | 5:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370+ TGV 9218 | Delayed 10:33 AM 11:34 AMZurich HB | 5h27 | 5:01 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
IC 770 · ICE 106 · ICE 576 | On time 11:59 AM Zurich HB | 6h12 | 6:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
IC 770 · ICE 106 · ICE 596 · ICE 794 | On time 11:59 AM Zurich HB | 5h47 | 5:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
IC 772 · ICE 278 | On time 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 6:44 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
IC 772+ ICE 278 | On time 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 6:44 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9222+ EC 4 | 1:34 PM Zurich HB | 5h37 | 7:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
ECE 4+ TGV 9222 | Delayed 12:46 PM 1:34 PMZurich HB | 5h37 | 7:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
EC 150 · ICE 574 | On time 2:34 PM Zurich HB | 5h37 | 8:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
EC 150 · 4164 | On time 2:34 PM Zurich HB | 7h00 | 9:34 PM Kassel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 776+ ICE 276 | 2:59 PM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 8:44 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9226+ ICE 70 | 3:34 PM Zurich HB | 5h37 | 9:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
IR 2292+ ICE 76 | 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 8h03 | 9:11 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
RE N7 · IR 2304+ ICE 376 | 3:35 AM Zurich HB | 7h09 | 10:44 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
IR 2252+ EC 8 | 5:08 AM Zurich HB | 6h03 | 11:11 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1 transfer | |
IC 758+ ICE 202 · ICE 2592 · ICE 1670 | 5:59 AM Zurich HB | 6h28 | 12:27 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3 transfers | |
IC 758+ ICE 202 · ICE 772 | 5:59 AM Zurich HB | 6h12 | 12:11 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2 transfers | |
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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Kassel trains use the Zürich HB to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station pair, with some services arriving at Kassel Hbf. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Kassel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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.
Kassel-Oberzwehren is 5 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Oberzwehren 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: Zum Langen Feld, Eichholz, Café Backlust, La Fontana Blu
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Oberzwehren. ATMs are available at Kassel-Oberzwehren.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Oberzwehren. Information desks are available at Kassel-Oberzwehren.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Oberzwehren. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel-Oberzwehren: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel-Oberzwehren: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Oberzwehren.
Nearby hotels include Eichholz.
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