The cheapest and fastest trains from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
13
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 €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 13 trains that leave Kassel for Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Nov 06, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 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 23 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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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ICE 71
ICE 71 · ICE 728
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ICE 593
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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 €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 145 km
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€34 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Kassel to Frankfurt am Main train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RB 24221 · ICE 1654 | On time 7:11 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h43 | 9:54 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 593 · S 9 | On time 7:17 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h57 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 593 | On time 7:17 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h27 | 8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 4155 | On time 7:23 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h16 | 9:39 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 4155 · S 9 | On time 7:23 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h51 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71 · ICE 728 | On time 7:37 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h43 | 9:20 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71 | On time 7:37 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h23 | 9:00 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
HLB 24407 | On time 8:05 AM Kassel Hbf | 2h33 | 10:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 277+ HLB 28632 | On time 8:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h58 | 10:12 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277 | On time 8:14 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h30 | 9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 5:07 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 1h26 | 6:33 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, FlixTrain, KVG Kassel, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, FlixTrain, KVG Kassel, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH trains will get you between Kassel and Frankfurt am Main from €8. 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
KVG Kassel
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH
FAQs: Trains from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main

Passengers board the train most frequently from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, located 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kassel to Frankfurt am Main
- 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
- Alte Schmiede
- Antalya Döner
- Asia LiLi
- Hopfengärtchen
- Zum Berggarten
- Leo
- Taverne Odysseus
- Sportbar XOX
- Zum Berggarten
- Zum Langen Feld
- Eichholz
- Café Backlust
- La Fontana Blu
- Eichholz
- 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: 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
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Hiroshi
- Genießertreff
- Urfa
- Pizzeria Charly Braun
- 25h
- Admiral Hotel
- Alexander am Zoo
- Hotel am Zoo
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Da Severino
- Mekong Imbiss
- Pizzeria Rusticale
- Euro Bar Gelateria
- Hotel Isabella
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Estragon
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- Hotel Villa Orange
- Istanbul
- Dein Döner
- Da Massimo
- Damiro Westsite
- Attaché
- Fair Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City
- Hotel Lloyed
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- The italian
- Imbiss Zum "Hans Worscht"
- B'mine Frankfurt Airport
- Moxy Frankfurt Airport
- Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport
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