How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
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4.6Travel Information from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
 Distance | 90 miles (145 km) |
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 Available travel modes | Bus or train |
 Ticket price range | $9 - $11 |
 Cheapest mode | Train • $9 (€8) • 1 h 21 min |
 Fastest mode | Train • $9 (€8) • 1 h 21 min |
 Popular travel companies | FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn |
Take a bus or train to travel 90 miles (145 km) from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel.
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The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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How to Travel from Frankfurt to Kassel
Traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel is possible by bus or train with journey times between 1:18 h and 3:05 h. Flying is not a viable way of making the journey since Frankfurt and Kassel are located quite close together. Taking the train is usually the quickest method of traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel. There are over 50 trains and 6-8 buses making the journey every day. Buses traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel are operated by FlixBus and Eurolines, while all trains are operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Frankfurt to Kassel Travel Comparison
Average Price | Travel Time | Cheapest Time to Book | |
|---|---|---|---|
| €21 | 3:05 h | 1 Month Ahead |
| €35 | 1:18 h | 2 Months Ahead |
What is the best way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel?
Cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel. Frankfurt to Kassel buses depart from either Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof or Flughafen Terminal 2 and take just over 3 hours to arrive at Kassel Busparkplatz for direct journeys. Some buses require a transfer in Mannheim, Heidelberg, or Düsseldorf, which usually take between 7½ and 8 hours to arrive in Kassel. There are between 6-8 buses traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel every day. The first Frankfurt to Kassel bus departs at 3:45 a.m., while the last bus leaves Frankfurt at 12:15 p.m. Bus companies that travel from Frankfurt to Kassel include Flixbus and Eurolines.
Fastest way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel
Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel. Trains traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel depart from either Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof or Süd train station and take at least 1:18 h to arrive at either Kassel Hauptbahnhof or Wilhelmshöhe train station. Most trains traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel are direct; however, occasional services do transfer in Fulda, Bebra, or Marburg. All trains traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel are operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Most popular way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Frankfurt to Kassel. While taking the train is more expensive than taking the bus, it is also nearly 2 hours faster. Frankfurt to Kassel trains also making the journey more frequently than buses. There are over 50 trains traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel per day, while only 6-8 buses make the journey. The first train traveling from Frankfurt to Kassel departs at 5:06 a.m., while the last train leaves Frankfurt at 12:31 a.m.
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You can travel by travel to Kassel from Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Kassel including taking a bus or train.
The cheapest way to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Kassel is a train with an average price of $9 (€8).
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel:
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this journey with tickets for a bus from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel costing on average $11 (€9).
The fastest way from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel is by train with an average journey time of 1 h 21 min.
There are alternative travel options to Kassel that take longer:
Taking a bus requires on average 2 h 30 min of travel time.
The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel is approximately 90 miles (145 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel is:
- 7 buses per day.
- Around 16 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Kassel from Frankfurt am Main as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel:
- Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) and arrive in Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof.
Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel:
- You can travel to Kassel from Frankfurt am Main by bus with FlixBus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $11 (€9) with FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel.
- You can take a train from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel with Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn or FlixTrain. Cheap tickets can be found for $9 (€8) with FlixTrain from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel.
Yes, there are direct routes from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel with the following travel companies:
- You'll find 7 direct buses a day to Kassel with FlixBus.
- You can find 9 direct trains per day to Kassel with Deutsche Bahn or Hessische Landesbahn.
Direct services to Kassel tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.
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