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Travel from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel by train in 1 hour 7 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel by train is 1 hour 38 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 7 minutes. Around 21 trains per day travel the 42 miles (67 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Kassel. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling on a DB service for all or at least part of your journey to Kassel.
Book train tickets from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £18.61. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Paderborn Hbf to Kassel by train
It takes an average of 1h 38m to travel from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel by train, over a distance of around 42 miles (67 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel and tickets for this journey start from £18.61 when you book in advance.
| First train | 00:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:23 | |
| Departure station | Paderborn Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Kassel | |
| Journey time | From 1h 7m | |
| Distance | 42 miles (67 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £18.61 | |
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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Cheap train tickets from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
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