How much does a bus ticket from Kassel to Hamburg cost?

The bus ticket price from Kassel to Hamburg starts at R 316. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kassel to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Kassel to Hamburg?

The average travel time between Kassel and Hamburg is around 4h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 251 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Kassel and Hamburg?

The number of buses from Kassel to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kassel to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Kassel to Hamburg?

When taking the bus from Kassel to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kassel to Hamburg?

Buses travelling between Kassel and Hamburg leave from Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe) or Kassel Kaufungen and arrive at Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg.

Bus Kassel to Hamburg from R 222 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Kassel to Hamburg on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:25	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	4h 50m	23:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	18:25	Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)	5h 30m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:55 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Kassel to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 255, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

251 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 316 - R 958	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 446 - R 2 732	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 255 - R 618	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 296 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Karat-S

4/5279 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2

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Where are the popular stops in Kassel and Hamburg?

Stops in Kassel

A - Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe)

B - Kassel Kaufungen

C - ZOB Bahnhof Wilhelmshohe

D - Kassel

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kassel to Hamburg by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Kassel to Hamburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Kassel to Hamburg starts at R 316. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kassel to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Kassel to Hamburg?
The average travel time between Kassel and Hamburg is around 4h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 251 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Kassel and Hamburg?
The number of buses from Kassel to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kassel to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Kassel to Hamburg?
When taking the bus from Kassel to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kassel to Hamburg?
Buses travelling between Kassel and Hamburg leave from Kassel (Bf. Wilhelmshöhe) or Kassel Kaufungen and arrive at Hamburg Airport, Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Kassel to Hamburg was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 251

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kassel to Hamburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 251 to R 726 for a bus ticket from Kassel to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 581, which is on 2025-11-14.