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What is the best way to travel from Hamburg to Kassel?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Kassel from Hamburg. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 40m
£14
£18
5
Train
2h 18m
£14
£24
146
Car
3h 10m
£13
£20
16

What is the cheapest way to reach Kassel from Hamburg?

You can reach Kassel with just £13 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £16
Saturday
from £13
Sunday
from £14
Monday
from £14
Tuesday
from £14
Wednesday
Thursday
from £22

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    13:30
    Hamburg
    16:40
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    10:10
    Hamburg
    13:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    11:30
    Hamburg
    15:10
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    16:30
    Hamburg
    19:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:40
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 24m
    0
    04:13
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 18m
    0
    04:19
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    01:07
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £37

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • Radina VIP
    6h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Radina VIP
    Basic
    £26
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    22:00
    Hamburg
    01:20
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £16
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    09:20
    Hamburg
    12:30
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    15:40
    Hamburg
    18:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Hamburg
    19:10
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:40
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 18m
    0
    05:03
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    08:21
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £14
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 15m
    0
    15:21
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    18:36
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £14
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 7m
    0
    19:14
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    22:21
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £14
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 28m
    0
    00:07
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    06:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:40
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    04:20
    Hamburg
    07:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £17

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 58m
    0
    17:11
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    20:09
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    01:07
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 14m
    0
    15:21
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    18:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    17:29
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    21:21
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29

What are the fastest trips from Hamburg to Kassel?

You can get to Kassel from Hamburg in just 2h 18m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 6h 10m
Saturday
from 2h 18m
Sunday
from 3h 10m
Monday
from 4h 40m
Tuesday
from 3h 7m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 2h 58m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 18m
    0
    04:19
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 24m
    0
    04:13
    Hamburg
    Dammtor Train Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    01:07
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £37
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    13:30
    Hamburg
    16:40
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £13
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    14:00
    Hamburg
    17:10
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £20
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    16:30
    Hamburg
    19:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    10:10
    Hamburg
    13:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:40
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    09:20
    Hamburg
    12:30
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    15:40
    Hamburg
    18:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Hamburg
    19:10
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    20:10
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • Radina VIP
    6h 0m
    0
    09:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Radina VIP
    Basic
    £26
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:40
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    23:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 7m
    0
    19:14
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    22:21
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £14
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 15m
    0
    15:21
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    18:36
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £14
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 18m
    0
    05:03
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    08:21
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £14
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 28m
    0
    00:07
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    06:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    04:20
    Hamburg
    07:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £17
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    11:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    18:50
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    01:00
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    15:40
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    2h 58m
    0
    17:11
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    20:09
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 14m
    0
    15:21
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    18:35
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    17:29
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    21:21
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £29
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 30m
    0
    01:07
    Hamburg
    Altona Train Station
    06:37
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Hamburg to Kassel

What are the most popular stations in Hamburg and Kassel?

In Hamburg, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Harburg Train Station, while in Kassel you will be arriving at Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop or Kirchditmold Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kassel from Hamburg? With 7 connections between 4 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Hamburg and Kassel, you can pay as low as £13 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Kassel in just 2h 18m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Hamburg and Kassel are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Hamburg and Kassel is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hamburg Airport or to Vellmar, and look at flights from Hamburg Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Hamburg to Kassel?

The most popular companies between Hamburg and Kassel, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Radina VIP

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Hamburg to Kassel

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hamburg to Kassel. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Hamburg to Kassel

How can I reach Kassel from Hamburg?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Kassel from Hamburg.

How far is Kassel from Hamburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Kassel is 251.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hamburg and Kassel?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 43 kgs, and a flight 62 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hamburg to Kassel?

You can get to Kassel with just £13 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamburg to Kassel?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kassel in just 2h 18m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Hamburg and to Kassel

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hamburg and to Kassel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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