Train from Leipzig to Kassel: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Leipzig to Kassel on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche BahnTrain
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Kassel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just €15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 35mAverage duration
205 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€15 - €19Average duration3h 35m
5kg CO₂e
Average price€32 - €96Average duration3h 23m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€20 - €26Average duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Kassel by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Leipzig to Kassel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Kassel start from €32. The average price for this train route is around €75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Kassel?

    The average train journey time from Leipzig to Kassel is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 199 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Kassel route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Kassel?

    The earliest train from Leipzig to Kassel departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 20:53.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Leipzig to Kassel?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Kassel?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Leipzig to Kassel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Kassel?

    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.

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