How much is the train ticket from Kassel to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Kassel to Hamburg start at $42. The average price for this train route is around $112. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Kassel to Hamburg?

The average train trip from Kassel to Hamburg takes 2h 32m and covers 251 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Kassel to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kassel to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Kassel to Hamburg departs at 6:11am. The latest train departs at 8:10pm.

What is the best train operator from Kassel to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Kassel to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Kassel to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Kassel to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Kassel to Hamburg from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kassel to Hamburg on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		11:35pm	Kassel Kaufungen	12h 59m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Kassel to Hamburg on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		11:35pm	Kassel Kaufungen	12h 59m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:04 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Kassel to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

251 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $129	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $188	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $57	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Kassel and Hamburg?

Kassel

A
ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe
Wilhelmshöher Allee 253-255, 34131 Kassel, Germany
B
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)
Grüner Waldweg 57, 34121 Kassel, Germany
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C
Kassel Kaufungen
Leipziger Straße 36, 34260 Kaufungen, , Germany
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Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train companies

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,152 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kassel to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Kassel to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Kassel to Hamburg start at $42. The average price for this train route is around $112. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Kassel to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Kassel to Hamburg takes 2h 32m and covers 251 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Kassel to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kassel to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Kassel to Hamburg departs at 6:11am. The latest train departs at 8:10pm.
What is the best train operator from Kassel to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Kassel to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Kassel to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Kassel to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.