The cheapest and fastest buses from Leipzig to Kassel
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leipzig to Kassel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Kassel will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 7 buses that leave Leipzig for Kassel on Tue, Dec 09, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leipzig to Kassel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Kassel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 200 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Kassel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Kassel buses for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:40 PM Leipzig | 6h15 | 3:55 AM Kassel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 3h35 | 12:30 PM Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 3h50 | 4:15 PM Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Kassel
Buses from Leipzig to Kassel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 200 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 200 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 09:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Leipzig to KasselYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Kassel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leipzig to Kassel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Kassel by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kassel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leipzig, Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.
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