How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kassel?

The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Kassel start from €20. The average price for this route is around €31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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 can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

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 .

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.

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

A bus journey from Hamburg to Kassel produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which 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.

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

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

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.

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.

Bus Hamburg to Kassel from €19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	11h 20m	06:50	Kassel Kaufungen	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	14h 35m	06:50	Kassel Kaufungen	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	06:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	4h 40m	11:10	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	5h 25m	11:10	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 35m	01:20	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	14h 35m	06:50	Kassel Kaufungen	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	4h 45m	11:15	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 35m	01:20	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	No tags
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	14h 35m	06:50	Kassel Kaufungen	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	4h 40m	11:10	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 35m	01:20	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	No tags
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	5h 25m	11:10	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	4h 40m	11:10	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 35m	01:20	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	No tags
Bus	05:45	HAM Airport	5h 25m	11:10	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kassel on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h 50m	19:50	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h 50m	15:40	Kassel Kaufungen	No tags
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	11h 20m	06:50	Kassel Kaufungen	No tags
Bus	16:15	HAM Airport	14h 35m	06:50	Kassel Kaufungen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:14 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 €15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

251 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€20 - €92	Average duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€28 - €28	Average duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€15 - €33	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Kassel?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Stops in Kassel

A
Kassel Kaufungen
Leipziger Straße 36, 34260 Kaufungen, , Germany
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B
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)
Grüner Waldweg 57, 34121 Kassel, Germany
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C
ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe
Wilhelmshöher Allee 253-255, 34131 Kassel, Germany
D
Kassel
Hedwigstraße 16, 34117 Cassel, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Infobus

4/5494 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

Karat-S

4/5291 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi1.8

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamburg to Kassel

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

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kassel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Kassel start from €20. The average price for this route is around €31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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 can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Kassel?
A bus journey from Hamburg to Kassel produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Kassel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
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.
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

€23

26/01

€31

Today

€32

28/01

€19

29/01

€25

30/01

€22

31/01

€24

01/02

€24

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Kassel was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €19

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 €19 to €77 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 €19, which is on 2026-01-28.