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Schifffahrtsmuseum
An engaging maritime museum in a former fish auction hall, covering Kiel’s seafaring history, ship models and the city’s naval connections.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£61
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
10 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
10 h 56 m
Trains on 05 Sept
5
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Kiel will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Gdańsk to Kiel you need to make at least 3 changes.
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · RJ 174
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506
IC 265 · EC 44 · S5 · ICE 504
IC 263 · EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508
IC 5410 · EC 42 · 3357 · ICE 702
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506
IC 263 · EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508
IC 265 · EC 44 · S5 · ICE 504
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · RJ 174
IC 5410 · EC 42 · 3357 · ICE 702Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £48, while a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 551 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £61 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 21m Average total duration 17h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Kiel:
A flight is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Gdańsk to Kiel costing on average £61.
A flight is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Kiel costing on average £63.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 9m.
Coach takes on average 17h 51m.
Tickets start at around £63 compared to roughly £96 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 10h 9m versus 7h 47m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Kiel trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 263 · EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 508 | 8:23 Gdańsk Główny | 10h29 | 18:52 Kiel Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · ICE 506 | 10:18 Gdańsk Główny | 10h34 | 20:52 Kiel Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 5412 · EC 46 · ICE 935 · RJ 174 | On time 10:18 Gdańsk Główny | 11h22 | 21:40 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 5604 · EC 40 · ICE 1540 · 11244 | 16:18 Gdańsk Główny | 15h34 | 7:52 Kiel Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Gdańsk to Kiel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 551 km distance in 10h 8m.
Distance 551 km |
Average train duration 10h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 8m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Discover the best of Kiel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kiel trip today.
An engaging maritime museum in a former fish auction hall, covering Kiel’s seafaring history, ship models and the city’s naval connections.
An art museum near the fjord with European paintings, prints and changing exhibitions. The quiet setting makes it ideal for a cultural stop.
An open-air museum with historic farm buildings and rural heritage from Schleswig-Holstein. It rewards visitors seeking regional history beyond the centre.
Kiel’s best-known waterfront promenade, lined with harbour views, boats and open space. It is ideal for a relaxed walk by the fjord.
The old market square in the historic centre, framed by St. Nikolai and civic buildings. It is a practical starting point for exploring central Kiel.
A green canal-side park with viewpoints over the locks and passing ships. It combines maritime activity with an easy stroll outdoors.
Hearty northern stew of pears, beans and bacon, balancing sweet and savoury flavours. A classic late-summer dish in Schleswig-Holstein.
Pan-fried Baltic or North Sea herring, often served with potatoes. It reflects Kiel’s long maritime and fishing traditions.
Pickled herring in a creamy sauce with apple, onion and gherkin. A staple of northern German home cooking and tavern menus.
Established city-centre restaurant serving refined regional and seasonal dishes in an elegant but approachable atmosphere.
Popular harbour-side restaurant known for fresh fish, crab and maritime classics in a relaxed waterside setting.
Well-known traditional brewery venue pouring local beer with hearty German fare in a lively, rustic setting.
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.
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.
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Kiel Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Kiel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gdańsk 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.

Most Gdańsk to Kiel trains use the Gdańsk Główny to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Use this guide to compare Gdańsk and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gdańsk Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Oliwa is 8 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Oliwa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Oliwa, Restauracja Oliwa do Ognia
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Oliwa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Oliwa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Oliwa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Gdansk Oliwa, Hotel Oliwski, Dwór Oliwski City Hotel & SPA.
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 options include: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK is 2 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Illy Espressobar, McDonald's, Gosch, Citti-Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. ATMs are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Information desks are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
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