Train from Cologne to Kassel: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Kassel on December 11
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Kassel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
114 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$24 - $33Average Duration5h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$31 - $292Average Duration4h 9m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$15 - $31Average Duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Kassel by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $31. The average price for this train route is around $115. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Cologne to Kassel is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 114 miles (184 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 37 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Kassel?

    The earliest train departs from Cologne to Kassel at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:33pm.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Kassel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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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