Dresden to Kassel by train

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Overview: trains from Dresden to Kassel

Find the key information for travelling by train from Dresden to Kassel, 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 06:24 View journey
Last train 21:02 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 298
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey CA$172.90 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 31m
Train operators 3

Dresden to Kassel train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Dresden to Kassel by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Dresden to Kassel take around 3 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 298 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Dresden is scheduled to depart at around  08:18. The last departure is usually at around 16:24 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Dresden at around 06:24, with the last train leaving at around 21:02. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 52 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$172.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Kassel, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Kassel.

Is there a direct train from Dresden to Kassel?

The journey between Dresden and Kassel usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Dresden to Kassel every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Dresden to Kassel?

The Dresden to Kassel train travel takes about 3 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dresden to Kassel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Kassel leaving Dresden at around 08:18 and the last train leaving at around 16:24 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dresden at around 06:24, with the final departure at 21:02.

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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.