Find coaches from Essen to Kassel

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Next departures from Essen to Kassel on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)No tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)No tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)No tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)No tags
FlixBus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Kassel

Bus
Average priceUS$15 - US$28Average duration3h 15m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$61 - US$169Average duration3h 35m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$26Average duration2h 10m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Kassel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
2h 10mAverage duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Kassel: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$17
Average bus trip duration3h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:55
Distance106 miles
Latest bus departure15:05

Essen to Kassel Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Essen to Kassel. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Essen to Kassel.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Kassel from Essen, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Kassel

  1. What's the distance between Essen and Kassel by coach?

    The journey from Essen to Kassel by coach covers an approximate distance of 108 miles (174 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Essen to Kassel without a car?

    You can reach Kassel from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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12/10
US$20
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US$16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Kassel was searched and found on 13 Oct 2025 with a price of US$16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Kassel as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Essen and Kassel!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Essen to Kassel.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Kassel.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Kassel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Kassel?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

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