How much does a train ticket from Kassel to Hamburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Kassel to Hamburg is $82. The best way to find train tickets from Kassel to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Kassel to Hamburg?

A train trip between Kassel and Hamburg is around 2h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 156 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Kassel and Hamburg?

The number of trains from Kassel to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Kassel to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Kassel to Hamburg?

Trains traveling between Kassel and Hamburg leave from ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe or Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe) and arrive at Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg, Hamburg Airport.

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Once in Hamburg, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Hamburg’s Sightseeing Tours, Holy Hamburg, The Old Elbe Tunnel, Fish Market, Lake Alster.

Trains from Kassel to Hamburg | FlixTrain, FlixBus

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 10 at 8:14am
Departure city: Kassel
Departure location: Wilhelmshöhe Station
Arrival time: May 10 at 2:11pm
Destination city: Hamburg
Destination location: Hamburg Hbf
Operated by: Flixtrain
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 5h 57m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Kassel to Hamburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $84	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$22 - $149	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $41	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Kassel to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kassel to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$82

Average train trip duration2h 32m

Number of daily trains9

Earliest train departure6:11am

Distance156 miles (251 km)

Latest train departure11:46pm

Train Companies

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Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Kassel to Hamburg Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Kassel and Hamburg?

Stops in Kassel

A - ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe

B - Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

B - Harburg

C - Hamburg Airport

D - Hamburg Altona

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Kassel and Hamburg is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Hamburg.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Hamburg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Kassel and Hamburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Kassel to Hamburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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Trains tickets from Kassel to Hamburg

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Kassel and Hamburg?

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How much does a train ticket from Kassel to Hamburg cost?

How long is the train trip from Kassel to Hamburg?

How many daily trains are there between Kassel and Hamburg?

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Kassel to Hamburg?

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

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