The cheapest and fastest trains from Kassel to Berlin
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Berlin will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 34 trains that leave Kassel for Berlin on Sat, May 23, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
ICE 70 · ICE 7059:13 PM2h53Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe12:06 AMBerlin Hbf€361One-way1 transfer
ICE 7927:48 PM2h51Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe10:39 PMBerlin Hbf€441One-way0 transfers
ICE 572 · ICE 1707+
9579310:21 PM4h20Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe2:41 AMBerlin Hbf€471One-way2 transfers
ICE 2768:46 PM2h48Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe11:34 PMBerlin Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
ICE 574 · ICE 6458:13 PM3h04Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe11:17 PMBerlin Hbf€661One-way1 transfer
ICE 3788:46 AM2h43Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe11:29 AMBerlin Hbf€1281One-way0 transfers
ICE 37412:46 PM2h43Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe3:29 PMBerlin Hbf€901One-way0 transfers
ICE 37610:46 AM2h43Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe1:29 PMBerlin Hbf€1081One-way0 transfers
ICE 3722:46 PM2h43Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe5:29 PMBerlin Hbf€901One-way0 transfers
ICE 3704:46 PM2h43Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe7:29 PMBerlin Hbf€761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Kassel to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €109.
Distance: 300 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €189 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kassel to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Berlin trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 4 · ICE 945 | Delayed 5:37 PM 7:13 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h00 | 8:53 PM 8:53 PMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 792 | Delayed 6:05 PM 7:48 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h53 | 8:47 PM 8:47 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 574 · ICE 645 | Delayed 7:36 PM 8:13 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h56 | 11:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 276 | Delayed 7:08 PM 8:46 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h41 | 9:41 PM 9:41 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 70 · ICE 705 | Delayed 7:16 PM 9:13 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h53 | 12:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 572 · ICE 901 | Delayed 8:32 PM 10:13 PMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h02 | 1:15 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
24040 · ICE 1272 | Delayed 1:15 AM Kassel Hbf | 5h33 | 4:48 AM 4:48 AMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 778 · ICE 541 | On time 6:12 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h04 | 9:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 676 | On time 6:45 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h44 | 9:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 78 · ICE 843 | On time 7:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 10:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 996 | On time 7:49 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h49 | 10:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 · ICE 543 | On time 8:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 11:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 378 | On time 8:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h43 | 11:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 76 · ICE 845 | On time 9:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 12:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 994 | On time 9:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h50 | 12:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 774 · ICE 545 | On time 10:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 1:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 376 | On time 10:46 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h43 | 1:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 · ICE 847 | On time 11:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 992 | On time 11:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h50 | 2:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 772 · ICE 547 | On time 12:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 3:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 374 | On time 12:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h43 | 3:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 74 · ICE 849 | On time 1:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 4:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 798 | On time 1:51 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h50 | 4:41 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 770 · ICE 549 | On time 2:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 5:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 | On time 2:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h43 | 5:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 6 · ICE 1072 | On time 3:14 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h47 | 6:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 796 | On time 3:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h50 | 6:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 578 · ICE 641 | On time 4:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 7:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370 | On time 4:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h43 | 7:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 72 · ICE 943 | On time 5:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h03 | 8:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 794 | On time 5:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h51 | 8:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1284 · ICE 643 | On time 6:24 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h54 | 9:18 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 278 | On time 6:46 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 2h45 | 9:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 4 · ICE 945 | On time 7:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h06 | 10:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kassel to Berlin
Trains from Kassel to Berlin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 300 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 300 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Kassel to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Kassel and Berlin from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Kassel to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Berlin by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kassel to Berlin
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:30
- Saturday: 09:15 - 17:45
- Sunday: 09:15 - 17:45
- Matterhorn-Stübli
- Biond Restaurant
- Schwälmer Brotladen
- Kleine Konoba
- InterCityHotel
- Schweizer Hof
- Kurfürst Wilhelm I.
- Kurparkhotel
- Monday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Thursday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:00
- HermannS
- Eckstein
- Lohmann
- Il Convento
- Hotel am Rathaus
- Stadthotel
- Arosa Hotel
- Foto-Motel
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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