Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia to Kassel, Hesse from $10: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• On your train journey from Dusseldorf to Kassel, you can expect catering services provided by Deutsche Bahn. They offer a variety of onboard snacks and beverages, including coffee, soft drinks, and light meals. In First Class, the offerings may be more extensive, often including complimentary snacks and drinks.

• The primary operators for this route are Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Eurobahn. Deutsche Bahn provides both First Class and Second Class seating, while Eurobahn mainly operates in Second Class. For Deutsche Bahn, you can find more information at bahn.com, and for Eurobahn, visit their website at eurobahn.de

• Upon arriving at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station, you can easily find luggage storage services available at the station for a small fee, allowing you to explore the city unencumbered. The station also has public restrooms, and although showers are not typically available, there are clean facilities to freshen up. To reach the city center quickly, take the tram line 1 or 8 from the station; both provide direct service to the city center within about 15 minutes.