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What is the best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Kassel?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses to Kassel from Karlsruhe. 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!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
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Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 25m
£12
£15
3
Car
2h 50m
£14
£16
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What is the cheapest way to reach Kassel from Karlsruhe?

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.

Tuesday
from £12
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £17
Monday
from £16

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    16:10
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    16:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:30
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    23:55
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 50m
    0
    08:30
    Karlsruhe
    11:20
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 50m
    0
    15:00
    Karlsruhe
    17:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £17

    • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:30
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    23:55
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    07:55
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    16:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:30
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    16:10
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18

What are the fastest trips from Karlsruhe to Kassel?

You can get to Kassel from Karlsruhe in just 2h 50m 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.

Tuesday
from 2h 50m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 2h 50m
Monday
from 6h 55m

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 50m
    0
    08:30
    Karlsruhe
    11:20
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £14

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    16:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:30
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    16:10
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    23:55
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    08:10
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 50m
    0
    15:00
    Karlsruhe
    17:50
    Kassel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £17

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:30
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    16:35
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    23:30
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    08:15
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    16:10
    Kassel
    Kaufungen Papierfabrik Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    23:55
    Karlsruhe
    Central Station
    07:55
    Kassel
    Wilhelmshöhe Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlsruhe to Kassel

What are the most popular stations in Karlsruhe and Kassel?

In Karlsruhe, you will usually depart from Central Station, Tullastraße / Verkehrsbetriebe Train Station or Heidehof Train 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 Karlsruhe? With 3 connections between 2 Train, Carpool and Bus 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 Karlsruhe 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 50m.

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 Karlsruhe and Kassel are FlixBus 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 Karlsruhe 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 Ettlingen or to Vellmar, and look at flights from Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden 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 Karlsruhe to Kassel?

The most popular companies between Karlsruhe and Kassel, are FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

All you need to know when you travel from Karlsruhe to Kassel

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Kassel

How can I reach Kassel from Karlsruhe?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Kassel from Karlsruhe.

How far is Kassel from Karlsruhe?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Kassel is 267.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Karlsruhe 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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 66 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Karlsruhe to Kassel?

You can get to Kassel with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe 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 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Karlsruhe and to Kassel

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Karlsruhe and to Kassel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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