Next available departures

Next departures from Leipzig to Kassel on 8 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:57	Leipzig Hbf	2h 19m	09:16	Kassel Hbf	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:57	Leipzig Hbf	2h 19m	09:16	Kassel Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft		07:06	Leipzig Hbf	4h 45m	11:51	Kassel Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost + Deutsche Bahn		07:27	Leipzig Hbf	3h 11m	10:38	Kassel Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft		07:27	Leipzig Hbf	3h 24m	10:51	Kassel Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft		17:27	Leipzig Hbf	4h 38m	22:05	Fuldatal-Ihringshausen	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:57	Leipzig Hbf	2h 19m	09:16	Kassel Hbf	No tags
DB Regio Südost + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft		07:06	Leipzig Hbf	4h 45m	11:51	Kassel Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leipzig to Kassel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 50mAverage duration

205 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€18 - €48	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€30 - €198	Average duration3h 38m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Kassel?

Leipzig

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Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Kassel

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Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)
Grüner Waldweg 57, 34121 Kassel, Germany
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ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe
Wilhelmshöher Allee 253-255, 34131 Kassel, Germany
C
Kassel Kaufungen
Leipziger Straße 36, 34260 Kaufungen, , Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/513 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.9

Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at €52

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Kassel by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Leipzig to Kassel?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Kassel start from €30. The average price for this train route is around €81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Kassel?
The average train journey time from Leipzig to Kassel is 3h 38m, covering a distance of 200 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Kassel route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Kassel?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Kassel departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 21:55.