Kassel to Rotterdam by train

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Overview: trains from Kassel to Rotterdam

Find the key information for travelling by train from Kassel to Rotterdam, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:28 View journey
Last train 23:14 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 353
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey AU$328.50 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 21m
Train operators 18

Explore Kassel to Rotterdam by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Kassel to Rotterdam aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Kassel and Rotterdam

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$328.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Kassel to Rotterdam daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Rotterdam on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 21 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:28: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 22:45: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:48: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:14: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 28 minutes: frequency of train departures

Kassel to Rotterdam distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 353 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 46 minutes.

When are tickets between Kassel and Rotterdam available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Kassel and Rotterdam can be purchased 6 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Rotterdam

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Rotterdam.

FAQs about the train journey from Kassel to Rotterdam

Want to know more about your journey from Kassel to Rotterdam? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Kassel to Rotterdam is 353 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.