Bus from Hamburg to Kassel: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 28 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)CheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
HAM Airport
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:14 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Kassel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
251 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 366 - R 1 732Average duration6h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 525 - R 525Average duration6h 45m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 269 - R 610Average duration3h 10m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Kassel by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kassel?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Kassel start at R 366. The average price for this route is around R 581. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Kassel?

    The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Kassel is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 261 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Kassel route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Kassel?

    The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Kassel at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Kassel?

    A bus trip from Hamburg to Kassel produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Kassel?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 291 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Kassel?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Kassel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Kassel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
25/01
R 423
26/01
R 587
Today
R 597
28/01
R 348
29/01
R 457
30/01
R 417
31/01
R 439
01/02
R 449
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Kassel was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 348

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

You can expect to pay from R 348 to R 1 450 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Kassel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 348, which is on 2026-01-28.

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