Copenhagen to Kiel train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Kiel

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Sept

Cheapest price on 13 Sept

£32

Average ticket price on 13 Sept

£76

Fastest journey on 13 Sept

4 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 13 Sept

4 h 31 m

Trains on 13 Sept

25

Distance

216 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Copenhagen to Kiel will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

To travel from Copenhagen to Kiel you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 50121 · IC 5755+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11813 · 11863
    5:456h06
    Copenhagen Central Station
    11:51Kiel Hbf
    £321One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50137 · IC 5759+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11871 · 11821
    9:456h06
    Copenhagen Central Station
    15:51Kiel Hbf
    £341One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 383+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11911
    6:224h35
    Copenhagen Central Station
    10:57Kiel Hbf
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 383 · 11165 · 11260
    6:224h33
    Copenhagen Central Station
    10:55Kiel Hbf
    £461One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnECE 393+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11915
    8:224h35
    Copenhagen Central Station
    12:57Kiel Hbf
    £591One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Copenhagen to Kiel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £189.

Distance: 216 km

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Driving

£53

Average Price

£30

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Cheapest

£45

Average Price

£189

Average Price

£68

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 28m

Average total duration

4h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 19m

Average total duration

4h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 51m

Average total duration

8h 51m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

5h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 0m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiel is a coach with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Kiel:

A coach is £15 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Copenhagen to Kiel costing on average £45.

A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Kiel costing on average £53.

A coach is £159 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Kiel costing on average £189.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Kiel is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Kiel take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 49m.

Train takes on average 4h 58m.

Ferry takes on average 8h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Kiel including taking a train, coach, flight and ferry.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 4h 58m versus 4h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Copenhagen to Kiel train times

The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Kiel trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS C · IC 50137 · IC 5759+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft118719:25 Vesterport st
6h26
15:51 Kiel Hbf4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 50137 · IC 5759+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11871 · 118219:45 Copenhagen Central Station
6h06
15:51 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnS C · RJ 385 · 11173 · 1126810:05 Vesterport st
4h47
14:52 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnS C · RJ 385+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft1191910:05 Vesterport st
4h52
14:57 Kiel Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnRJ 385+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11919
On time
10:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
14:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnRJ 385 · 11173 · 11268
On time
10:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h30
14:52 Kiel Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 770
On time
11:45 Copenhagen Central Station
6h02
17:47 Kiel Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 395+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11923
On time
12:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
16:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnECE 395 · 11177 · 11272
On time
12:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h30
16:52 Kiel Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 50153 · IC 5763+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11879 · 1182913:45 Copenhagen Central Station
6h06
19:51 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 397+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11927
On time
14:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
18:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnECE 397 · 11181 · 11276
On time
14:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h30
18:52 Kiel Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 399 · 11185 · 1128016:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h30
20:52 Kiel Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 399+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft1193116:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
20:57 Kiel Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 50169 · IC 5767+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11887 · 1183717:45 Copenhagen Central Station
6h06
23:51 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 1199+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft1193518:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
22:57 Kiel Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnECE 1199 · IC 5767+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11887 · 1183718:22 Copenhagen Central Station
5h29
23:51 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Sunday 13 September
Deutsche BahnIC 70109 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 778
On time
2:50 Copenhagen Central Station
6h58
9:48 Kiel Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 50121 · IC 5755+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11863 · 118135:45 Copenhagen Central Station
6h06
11:51 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnRJ 383 · 11165 · 11260
On time
6:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h33
10:55 Kiel Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnRJ 383+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11911
On time
6:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
10:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 50129 · IC 5757+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11867 · 118177:45 Copenhagen Central Station
6h06
13:51 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnS C · ECE 393 · 11169 · 112648:05 Vesterport st
4h47
12:52 Kiel Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnS C · ECE 393+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft119158:05 Vesterport st
4h52
12:57 Kiel Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 393 · 11169 · 11264
On time
8:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h30
12:52 Kiel Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 393+Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft11915
On time
8:22 Copenhagen Central Station
4h35
12:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Danish Railways (DSB) offer trains services from Copenhagen to Kiel.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Kiel

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Trains from Copenhagen to Kiel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 4h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance
216 km
Average train duration
4h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 30m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Kiel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Kiel from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£32
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

Danish Railways (DSB)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Danish Railways (DSB) Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Danish Railways (DSB) Price
£70
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
5 a day

Complete guide to Kiel

Things to do in Kiel

Discover the best of Kiel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kiel trip today.

  • Recommended

Schifffahrtsmuseum

An engaging maritime museum in a former fish auction hall, covering Kiel’s seafaring history, ship models and the city’s naval connections.

  • Recommended

Kunsthalle zu Kiel

An art museum near the fjord with European paintings, prints and changing exhibitions. The quiet setting makes it ideal for a cultural stop.

  • Recommended

Freilichtmuseum Molfsee

An open-air museum with historic farm buildings and rural heritage from Schleswig-Holstein. It rewards visitors seeking regional history beyond the centre.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels can rise in summer, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable compared with larger tourist cities like Hamburg or Munich.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding about 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.

FAQs: Copenhagen to Kiel train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Kiel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Copenhagen to Kiel can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The train journey from Copenhagen to Kiel covers a distance of 216 km and takes approximately 4h 30m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Copenhagen to Kiel is 216 km.
The first train from Copenhagen to Kiel leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Copenhagen to Kiel departs at 23:55.
Trains from Copenhagen to Kiel run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Copenhagen to Kiel.
To get from Copenhagen to Kiel, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach, flight and ferry.
There is no night train service from Copenhagen to Kiel.
The train station in Copenhagen that goes to Kiel is Copenhagen Central Station, and it arrives at Kiel Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Kiel is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Copenhagen to Kiel in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Copenhagen to Kiel offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Danish countryside and along parts of the Baltic Sea coastline. Travellers can enjoy glimpses of charming villages, lush landscapes, and coastal vistas.
A day trip from Copenhagen to Kiel is not feasible, as the journey takes 4h 30m each way. However, there are 5 trains per day for this route. The distance is 216 km.
To fully experience Kiel, including its maritime museums, the Kiel Canal, and vibrant harbour, a visit of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Copenhagen to Kiel.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Kiel

Most Copenhagen to Kiel trains use the København Hovedb. to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel, Hbf Kaistraße. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Copenhagen
Arrival train stations in Kiel

Which Copenhagen station do trains to Kiel leave from?

Trains from Copenhagen to Kiel leave from København Hovedb.. The station is from Copenhagen city centre at Banegårdspladsen 7, 1570 Copenhagen V, Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark.
København Hovedb.Banegårdspladsen 7, 1570 Copenhagen V, Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark+45 70 13 14 15WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre

Bus23, 5C, 2A, 250S · 5m · £3 · every ~56 min

København Hovedb. train station facilities and services

København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.

Dybboelsbro st1705 Copenhagen, DenmarkParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Dybboelsbro st from Copenhagen city centre

Dybboelsbro st is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBx, H, E, C, B, A · 2m · £0.90 · every ~46 min
B, C, A, E, H, Bx · 5m · £0.90 · every ~45 min
Bus11 · 5m · £3 · every ~16 min

Dybboelsbro st train station facilities and services

Dybboelsbro st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Dybboelsbro st.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Dybboelsbro st.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dybboelsbro st: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Dybboelsbro st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dybboelsbro st.

Nordhavn St.2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Nordhavn St. from Copenhagen city centre

Nordhavn St. is 3 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBx, E, C, B, A · 7m · £0.90 · every ~42 min
Bus14 · 13m · £3 · every ~9 min
SubwayM4 · 8m · £3 · every ~30 min

Nordhavn St. train station facilities and services

Nordhavn St. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nordhavn St..

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nordhavn St..

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nordhavn St.: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nordhavn St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhavn St..

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