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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Südbahnhof | Wilhelmshöhe Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Südbahnhof | Wilhelmshöhe Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Südbahnhof | Wilhelmshöhe Station | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Fuldatal-Ihringshausen | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + Regionalbahn | Train | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Fuldatal-Ihringshausen | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Kassel?
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Kassel
- A
ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe
Wilhelmshöher Allee 253-255, 34131 Kassel, Germany - BGrüner Waldweg 57, 34121 Kassel, Germany
- CLeipziger Straße 36, 34260 Kaufungen, , Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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.
How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel start from R 198. The average price for this train route is around R 913. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 151 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Kassel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 52 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel departs at 06:14. And the latest train departs at 23:22.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 303To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 303 to R 1 695 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kassel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 303, which is on 2025-12-13.
