What is the best way to travel from Essen to Kassel?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Kassel from Essen?
You can reach Kassel with just £9 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, 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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BlaBlaCar1h 34m017:30Dortmund Airport19:00Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 25/10/2026 17:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 25/10/2026 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 34m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m010:26Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport14:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 10:26:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 14:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m012:26Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport16:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 12:26:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 16:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 31m014:26Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport18:57KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 14:26:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 18:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 31m019:25Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport23:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 19:25:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 23:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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BlaBlaCar1h 40m015:10Dortmund Airport16:50Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 29/10/2026 15:10:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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BlaBlaCar1h 30m016:30Dortmund Airport18:00Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 29/10/2026 16:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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BlaBlaCar1h 56m019:40Dortmund Airport21:50Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 29/10/2026 19:40:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 56m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m014:30Essen16:50Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 14:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 26m019:21EssenCentral Station22:47KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 19:21:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 22:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 18m021:52EssenCentral Station06:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 21:52:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 30/10/2026 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 18m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 23m005:23EssenCentral Station08:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 05:23:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 08:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 23m
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BlaBlaCar1h 30m009:00Dortmund Airport10:30Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 30/10/2026 09:00:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 30/10/2026 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 2m002:44Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 02:44:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 07:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 2m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 9m015:48Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport18:57KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 15:48:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 18:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 44m003:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 03:02:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 07:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 59m004:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 04:57:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 07:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 59m
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What are the fastest trips from Essen to Kassel?
You can get to Kassel from Essen in just 1h 30m 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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BlaBlaCar1h 34m017:30Dortmund Airport19:00Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 25/10/2026 17:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 25/10/2026 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 34m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m010:26Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport14:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 10:26:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 14:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m012:26Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport16:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 12:26:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 16:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 31m014:26Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport18:57KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 14:26:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 18:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 31m019:25Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport23:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 27/10/2026 19:25:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 27/10/2026 23:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 31m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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BlaBlaCar1h 30m016:30Dortmund Airport18:00Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 29/10/2026 16:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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BlaBlaCar1h 40m015:10Dortmund Airport16:50Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 29/10/2026 15:10:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
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BlaBlaCar1h 56m019:40Dortmund Airport21:50Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 29/10/2026 19:40:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 56m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m014:30Essen16:50Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 14:30:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 23m005:23EssenCentral Station08:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 05:23:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 08:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 26m019:21EssenCentral Station22:47KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 19:21:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 29/10/2026 22:47:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 18m021:52EssenCentral Station06:10KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 29/10/2026 21:52:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 30/10/2026 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 18m
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BlaBlaCar1h 30m009:00Dortmund Airport10:30Kassel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dortmund Airport (Germany) at 30/10/2026 09:00:00 to , Kassel (Germany) arriving at 30/10/2026 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 59m004:57Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:56KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 04:57:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 07:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 9m015:48Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport18:57KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 15:48:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 18:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 44m003:02Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 03:02:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 07:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 2m002:44Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport07:46KasselWilhelmshöhe Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 31/10/2026 02:44:00 to Wilhelmshöhe Train Station, Kassel (Germany) arriving at 31/10/2026 07:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 2m
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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 Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Kassel you will be arriving at Kirchditmold Train Station, Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop or Wilhelmshöhe 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 4 connections between 2 Train, Bus and Carpool 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 £9 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.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 1h 30m.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 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 Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
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 4 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, 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 £9 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
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 1h 30m 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!
- Trips to Essen
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Essen
- Amsterdam to Essen
- Berlin to Essen
- Brussels to Essen
- Cologne/Bonn Airport to Essen
- Dresden to Essen
- Dusseldorf to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main to Essen
- Hamburg to Essen
- Leipzig to Essen
- London to Essen
- Mannheim to Essen
- Munich to Essen
- Nuremberg to Essen
- Paris to Essen
- The Hague to Essen
- Vienna to Essen
- Wiesbaden to Essen
- Trips to Kassel
- Amsterdam to Kassel
- Berlin to Kassel
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- Dresden to Kassel
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- Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kassel
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- Graz to Kassel
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- Marburg (Lahn) to Kassel
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- Paderborn to Kassel
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- Szczecin to Kassel
- Trier to Kassel
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