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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kassel to Mannheim
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€85
Average price
€85
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
215 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Mannheim will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Kassel for Mannheim on Thu, Nov 06, 1 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 215 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
12:37PM2h07
Kassel02:44PMMannheim
€851One-way
0 transfers
12:37PM2h07
Kassel02:44PMMannheim
€851One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kassel to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 215 km
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€42 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kassel to Mannheim train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:25 AM
Last updated at 1:25 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:37 PM Kassel | 2h18 | 5:55 PM Mannheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kassel to Mannheim
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Trains from Kassel to Mannheim run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:46 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, KVG Kassel, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH from Kassel to Mannheim trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, KVG Kassel, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH trains will get you between Kassel and Mannheim from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
€34
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Hessische Landesbahn
About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone
KVG Kassel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
KVG Kassel frequency
6 a day
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 23m
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Trains from Kassel to Mannheim
FAQs: Travel by train from Kassel to Mannheim easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kassel to Mannheim.
Cheap train tickets from Kassel to Mannheim can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kassel to Mannheim is €34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Kassel to Mannheim is on average 2 h 39 min for the 214 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Kassel to Mannheim by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Kassel to Mannheim leaves at 00: 09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Kassel to Mannheim leaves at 23: 47.
There are 8 trains a day from Kassel to Mannheim which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Kassel to Mannheim train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Kassel to Mannheim to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 47.
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 Mannheim Hbf, located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Mannheim from Kassel is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 39 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Kassel to Mannheim by train is December.
You have options as you can travel to Mannheim from Kassel 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kassel to Mannheim
Kassel
Mannheim
The major train station for departures in Kassel is Kassel Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kassel Hbf for your trip from Kassel to Mannheim.
Kassel Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- HermannS
- Eckstein
- Lohmann
- Il Convento
Hotel
- Hotel am Rathaus
- Stadthotel
- Arosa Hotel
- Foto-Motel
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Matterhorn-Stübli
- Biond Restaurant
- Schwälmer Brotladen
- Kleine Konoba
Hotel
- InterCityHotel
- Schweizer Hof
- Kurfürst Wilhelm I.
- Kurparkhotel
The major train station for arrivals in Mannheim is Mannheim Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mannheim Hbf for your journey to Mannheim from Kassel.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 20:30
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:30
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten
- Corner
- Liman Döner
- Kaschmir-Tandoori
Hotel
- Central
- Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center
- InterCityHotel Mannheim
- City Hotel
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
9 kmMannheim-Rheinau
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
9 kmDining
- Imbiss-Pizzeria Da Gianni
- Bokeria
- Pizzeria Napoli
- Gasthaus zum Seeblick
Mannheim-Luzenberg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Knackpunkt
- Schloss am Meer
- Playa del MA
- Manufaktur Mannheimer Genusswerk
Hotel
- Corniche Hotel
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