Next available departures

Next departures from Paderborn to Kassel on 31 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
National Express + Kurhessenbahn	06:48	Paderborn Hbf	1h 25m	08:13	Kassel Hbf	CheapestFastest
NordWestBahn + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft	12:53	Paderborn Hbf	3h 12m	16:05	Fuldatal-Ihringshausen	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	14:43	Paderborn Hbf	1h 25m	16:08	Kassel Hbf	No tags
National Express + Kurhessenbahn + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft	18:48	Paderborn Hbf	2h 5m	20:53	Fuldatal-Ihringshausen	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	14:43	Paderborn Hbf	1h 25m	16:08	Kassel Hbf	No tags
National Express + Kurhessenbahn + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft	18:48	Paderborn Hbf	2h 5m	20:53	Fuldatal-Ihringshausen	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Deutsche Bahn	14:43	Paderborn Hbf	1h 25m	16:08	Kassel Hbf	No tags
NordWestBahn + cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft	18:53	Paderborn Hbf	3h 12m	22:05	Fuldatal-Ihringshausen	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Paderborn to Kassel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kassel. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1hAverage duration

42 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£10 - £13	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £47	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Paderborn and Kassel?

Paderborn

A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
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B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
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Kassel

A
ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe
Wilhelmshöher Allee 253-255, 34131 Kassel, Germany
B
Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)
Grüner Waldweg 57, 34121 Kassel, Germany
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C
Kassel Kaufungen
Leipziger Straße 36, 34260 Kaufungen, , Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at £25

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paderborn to Kassel by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Paderborn to Kassel?
The cheapest train tickets from Paderborn to Kassel start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Paderborn to Kassel?
The average train journey time from Paderborn to Kassel is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 43 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Paderborn to Kassel route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paderborn to Kassel?
The earliest train from Paderborn to Kassel departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 14:58.