The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Kiel
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
8 h 33 m
Average duration
8 h 59 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Gothenburg to Kiel you need to make at least 2 changes.
489 SJ 3000+
1073 Öresundstågen+
EC 399+
NBE 11931
481 SJ 3000+
1041 Öresundstågen+
EC 399+
NBE 11931
1055 Öresundstågen+
EC 399+
NBE 11931
1071 Öresundstågen+
EC 399+
NBE 11931
1063 Öresundstågen+
EC 399+
NBE 11931
489 SJ 3000+
1073 Öresundstågen+
EC 397+
NBE 11927
481 SJ 3000+
1041 Öresundstågen+
EC 395+
NBE 11919
1087 Öresundstågen+
EC 399+
NBE 11931
1071 Öresundstågen+
EC 397+
NBE 11927
1039 Öresundstågen+
EC 395+
NBE 11919Travel Information
Compare train, ferry, coach and flight for Gothenburg to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 393 km
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15h 50m Average total duration 14h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Kiel train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1031 Öresundstågen+ EC 395+ NBE 11919 | 03:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h17 | 13:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 03:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 16h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1031 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 03:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h17 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ EC 395+ NBE 11919 | 04:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h17 | 13:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 04:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 15h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1039 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 04:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h17 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1041 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 05:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h33 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1041 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 05:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h33 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
481 SJ 3000+ 1041 Öresundstågen+ EC 395+ NBE 11919 | 05:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h33 | 13:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 05:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h17 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1047 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 05:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 14h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 06:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h17 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1055 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 06:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 13h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 07:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h17 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1063 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 07:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 12h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1065 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 08:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h33 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
487 SJ 3000+ 1065 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 08:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h33 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 08:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 11h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1071 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 08:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h17 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1073 Öresundstågen+ EC 397+ NBE 11927 | 09:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h33 | 17:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
489 SJ 3000+ 1073 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 09:24 Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h33 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
1079 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 09:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
1087 Öresundstågen+ EC 399+ NBE 11931 | 10:40 Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h17 | 19:57 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Kiel
Distance 393 km |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 17m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 19:54 |
Train companies: Oresundstag, Deutsche Bahn from Gothenburg to Kiel trainsOresundstag, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Gothenburg and Kiel from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Oresundstag
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.
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