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Three ways to Travel from Kassel to Cologne

Composite routes from Kassel to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
234 km.
from $12
Other
4 h
182 km.
from $94.24
5 h 16 min
182 km.
from $102.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Kassel to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$59.49

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.90–$58.23
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
8h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$62.02–$202.52

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamen
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$58.23
Train from Kamen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
8h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Kamen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Kassel to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.13–$21.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kassel to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Kassel to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $18.48 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kassel to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Kassel to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Kassel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kassel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kassel and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Kassel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Kassel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kassel Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Kassel to Cologne?

The distance between Kassel and Cologne is 374 km. The road distance is 243.9 km.

How do I travel from Kassel to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Kassel to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 4h and costs $41.30 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Kassel to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Kassel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Cologne bus from?

Kassel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kassel station.

Where do I catch the Kassel to Cologne train from?

Kassel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Train or bus from Kassel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Kassel to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 4h and costs $41.30 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Kassel to Cologne bus arrive?

Kassel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Kassel to Cologne train arrive?

Kassel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Kassel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kassel to Cologne is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Kassel to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Kassel to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Kassel and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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