Explore Essen to Kassel by train

Thinking about travelling from Essen to Kassel by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Essen to Kassel

Getting from Essen to Kassel by rail typically costs €50.60, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Essen to Kassel

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

  • 06:13 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 20:13 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:17 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 20:13 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 55 minutes from Essen toward Kassel.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 20 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Essen to Kassel

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 35 minutes, travelling a total distance of 173 kilometres.

Booking Essen to Kassel trains in advance

Booking your Essen to Kassel tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 11 months before departure.

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Making the most of your trip to Kassel

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Kassel.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Essen to Kassel?

The total distance from Essen to Kassel is 173 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Essen to Kassel cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is €50.60. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When can I start booking my Essen to Kassel train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 11 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Essen to Kassel by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 35 minutes.