How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Kassel?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Kassel start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 994. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Kassel?

The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Kassel is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 225 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Kassel route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Kassel?

The earliest train from Heidelberg to Kassel departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:25.

Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Kassel?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Kassel?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Kassel?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Train Heidelberg to Kassel from R 228 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Heidelberg to Kassel on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:07	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	12h 20m	20:27	Wilhelmshöhe Station	No tags
	Train	12:06	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	8h 21m	20:27	Wilhelmshöhe Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	07:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	3h 11m	10:14	Kassel Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:03	Heidelberg Central Train Station	3h 11m	10:14	Kassel Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:46	Heidelberg Central Train Station	2h 48m	15:34	Kassel Hbf	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Kassel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 613, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

8h 5mAverage duration

219 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 613 - R 613	Average duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 228 - R 2 197	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Kassel

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

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 602 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Kassel?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Kassel start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 994. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Kassel?
The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Kassel is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 225 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Kassel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Kassel?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Kassel departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 20:25.
Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Kassel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Kassel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Kassel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.