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ICE 204 · 112209:345h47Düsseldorf Hbf15:21Kiel Hbf£661One-way1 change- ICE 616 · 112188:335h48Düsseldorf Hbf14:21Kiel Hbf£661One-way1 change
- ICE 202 · 1122411:345h47Düsseldorf Hbf17:21Kiel Hbf£731One-way1 change
- ICE 614 · 1122210:335h48Düsseldorf Hbf16:21Kiel Hbf£731One-way1 change
- ICE 204 · 112209:345h47Düsseldorf Hbf15:21Kiel Hbf£661One-way1 change
- ICE 202 · 1122411:345h47Düsseldorf Hbf17:21Kiel Hbf£731One-way1 change
- ICE 614 · 1122210:335h48Düsseldorf Hbf16:21Kiel Hbf£731One-way1 change
- ICE 616 · 112188:335h48Düsseldorf Hbf14:21Kiel Hbf£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Kiel
The cheapest option from Düsseldorf to Kiel is train, with an average price of £35. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Kiel among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest option | £192 Average Price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest option 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Kiel train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Kiel trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| ICE 614 · 11222 | Delayed 8:38 10:33Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h48 | 16:21 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 · 11224 | Delayed 9:37 11:34Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h47 | 17:21 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 612 · 11226 | Delayed 10:37 12:33Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h48 | 18:21 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
| ICE 616 · 11218 | On time 8:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h48 | 14:21 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 204 · 11220 | On time 9:34 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h47 | 15:21 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Kiel
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Düsseldorf to Kiel, including direct trains, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 412 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Lowest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Kiel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf 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
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Kiel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Kiel
Most Düsseldorf to Kiel trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Kiel leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Kiel station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Kiel Hbf from Kiel city centre
Kiel Hbf train station facilities and services
Kiel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
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