Kassel to Bamberg by train

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Overview: trains from Kassel to Bamberg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Kassel to Bamberg, 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 00:02 View journey
Last train 23:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 5m View journey
Distance (km) 187
Trains / day 29 View all
Cheapest journey CA$128.05 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 5m
Train operators 13

Taking the train from Kassel to Bamberg

Ready to book a trip from Kassel to Bamberg by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Kassel and Bamberg: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$128.05, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Kassel to Bamberg

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Kassel to Bamberg:

  • 00:02 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:16 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:05 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:16 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 34 minutes from Kassel toward Bamberg.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 29 trains serving this route each day.

Travel time and distance between Kassel and Bamberg

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a total of 187 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Kassel to Bamberg?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 7 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Maximising your travels to Bamberg

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

FAQs about the train journey from Kassel to Bamberg

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

The total distance between Kassel and Bamberg by train is 187 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.