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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
87
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 87 trains that leave Kassel for Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Aug 04, 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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 7916:13 AM1h28Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe7:41 AMFrankfurt South station€101One-way0 transfers- ICE 7992:13 PM1h26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe3:39 PMFrankfurt South station€101One-way0 transfers
- ICE 3797:13 PM1h31Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe8:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€101One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7779:48 PM1h26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe11:14 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€101One-way0 transfers
- ICE 778:48 PM1h26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe10:14 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 12716:49 AM1h25Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe8:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
- ICE 79712:14 PM1h25Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe1:39 PMFrankfurt South station€301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7938:13 AM1h26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe9:39 AMFrankfurt South station€251One-way0 transfers
- ICE 718:48 AM1h26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe10:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€261One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5737:48 AM1h26Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe9:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main 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 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 145 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€41 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kassel to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24255 · 24201 · 4501 | 12:07 AM Kassel Hbf | 5h13 | 5:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
24255 · 4503+ 15162 | 12:07 AM Kassel Hbf | 6h44 | 6:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 24255 · 24201 · 4501 · S9 | 12:07 AM Kassel Hbf | 5h37 | 5:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 4151 | 4:03 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h22 | 6:25 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 23051 · 15385 | 4:51 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h47 | 7:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4153 | 6:07 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h32 | 8:39 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 791+24318 | On time 6:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h53 | 8:06 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 791 | On time 6:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h28 | 7:41 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1271 | On time 6:49 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h25 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1271 | On time 6:49 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h44 | 8:33 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 15005 | 7:02 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h38 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 277+24322 | On time 7:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h54 | 9:07 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 277 | On time 7:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h31 | 8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 573 · S9 | On time 7:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h56 | 9:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 573 | On time 7:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h26 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 793 | On time 8:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h26 | 9:39 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 793 | On time 8:13 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h39 | 9:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4155 · S9 | 8:23 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h51 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| 4155 | 8:23 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h16 | 10:39 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 71 · S9 | On time 8:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h56 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 71 | On time 8:48 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h26 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 15007+S9 | 9:02 AM Kassel Hbf | 3h12 | 12:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| 15007 | 9:02 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h37 | 11:39 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 279+24332 | On time 9:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h52 | 11:06 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 279 | On time 9:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h30 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 797 | On time 12:14 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h25 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 797 | On time 12:14 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h38 | 1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4159 · S9 | 12:23 PM Kassel Hbf | 2h51 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| 4159 | 12:23 PM Kassel Hbf | 2h16 | 2:39 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 73 | On time 12:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h26 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 73 · S9 | On time 12:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h56 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| 15011 | 1:02 PM Kassel Hbf | 2h37 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 15011+29258 | 1:02 PM Kassel Hbf | 3h03 | 4:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 373+24344 | On time 1:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h53 | 3:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 373 | On time 1:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h31 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Kassel and Frankfurt am Main from €10. 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.
Hessische Landesbahn
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
Most Kassel to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kassel station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe from Kassel city centre
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train station facilities and services
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
Getting to Kassel Hbf from Kassel city centre
Kassel Hbf train station facilities and services
Kassel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
Getting to Kassel-Jungfernkopf from Kassel city centre
Kassel-Jungfernkopf is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Jungfernkopf train station facilities and services
Kassel-Jungfernkopf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hopfengärtchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf. ATMs are available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf. Information desks are available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Jungfernkopf.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Kassel arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
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