What is the best way to travel from Essen to Kassel?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Buses and Trains to Kassel from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Kassel from Essen?
You can reach Kassel with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 02/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 02/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 04/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 04/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 04/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 04/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 48m005:58Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport09:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 05:58:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 09:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 42m021:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport05:39KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 21:57:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 07/04/2026 05:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 55m002:31Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:26KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 02:31:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 07:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 6m002:39Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:45KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 02:39:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 08:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 6m
Cheapest Buses Monday
Cheapest Trains Monday
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 08/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 08/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 08/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 08/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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BlaBlaCar2h 10m005:30Essen07:40Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 08/04/2026 05:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 08/04/2026 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
Cheapest Carpool Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Essen to Kassel?
You can get to Kassel from Essen in just 2h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 02/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 02/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 02/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 04/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 04/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 04/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 04/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 48m005:58Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport09:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 05:58:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 09:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 55m002:31Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:26KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 02:31:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 07:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 6m002:39Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:45KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 02:39:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 06/04/2026 08:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 42m021:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport05:39KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 06/04/2026 21:57:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 07/04/2026 05:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 42m
Fastest Buses Monday
Fastest Trains Monday
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BlaBlaCar2h 10m005:30Essen07:40Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 08/04/2026 05:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 08/04/2026 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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FlixBus3h 15m012:55EssenCentral Station16:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 08/04/2026 12:55:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 08/04/2026 16:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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FlixBus3h 20m015:05EssenCentral Station18:25KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 08/04/2026 15:05:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 08/04/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Fastest Carpool Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Essen to Kassel
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Kassel?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Hafenstr. Bus Stop, Freiheit Bus Stop or Central 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 Essen? With 3 connections between 2 Carpool, Bus and Train 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 Essen and Kassel, you can pay as low as £12 with a Bus from FlixBus.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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Kassel in just 2h 10m.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 Essen 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 Essen 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 Gelsenkirchen or to Vellmar, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Kassel Airport. 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 Essen to Kassel?
The most popular companies between Essen 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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Kassel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen 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 Essen to Kassel
How can I reach Kassel from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Kassel from Essen.
How far is Kassel from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Kassel is 172.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen 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 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 29 kgs, and a flight 42 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Kassel?
You can get to Kassel with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen 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 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Essen and to Kassel
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Kassel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
