Trains from Cologne to Kassel

  • Lowest price from $49.30
  • Average duration 3h 1m
  • Connections per day 4
  • Distance 183 km
  • CO₂ per person 3 kg

train from Cologne to Kassel

The journey from Cologne to Kassel is about 183 km. On average a train trip takes 3h 1m with 4 connections per day.

Lowest price $49.30
Trip duration 3h 1m
Connections per day 4
Lowest price $49.30
Highest price $58.27
First departure 08:18 AM
Last departure 08:55 AM
Distance 183 km
Departure Cologne
Arrival Kassel
Travel operator National Express, Intercity-Express
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FlixTrain12.81 kg CO₂
02:15Köln Airport, Cologne, Cologne South, Airport
4h 48m
11:00Kassel, Kassel Wilhelmshoehe
$29.12
1 changes
Intercity12.81 kg CO₂
15:18Köln, Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
3h 39m
18:57Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
$35.75
direct
Regional-Express12.81 kg CO₂
08:09Köln, Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
3h 28m
11:55Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
$36.87
1 changes

Next departures from Cologne to Kassel

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

DB - InterCity Express (ICE) $58.27
08:18 Köln Hbf
2h 35m · 1 changes
11:20 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
DB - InterCity Express (ICE) $53.79
08:45 Köln Hbf
3h 28m · 1 changes
12:35 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
DB - InterCity Express (ICE) $51.55
08:55 Köln Hbf
2h 32m · 1 changes
11:47 Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe
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Carriers on this route

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National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 12.81kg
bus 13.73kg
flight 36.6kg
carpool 29.28kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Cologne to Kassel?

The train journey between Cologne and Kassel emits 12.81kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Cologne and Kassel?

Taking the train between Cologne and Kassel saves 23.79kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.92kg compared to the bus and 16.47kg compared to the car.

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