Train from Cologne to Kassel: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Kassel on 26 January
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne 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 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 297, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
183 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 306 - R 1 368Average duration4h
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 498 - R 3 136Average duration4h 9m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 297 - R 488Average duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Kassel by train

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 train ticket from Cologne to Kassel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Kassel start from R 498. The average price for this train route is around R 1 901. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Kassel is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 184 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Cologne to Kassel departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:33.

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

    Based on 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 offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Kassel?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne 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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