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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 11 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
1 h 7 m
Trains on 11 Oct
27
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kiel will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 27 trains from Hamburg to Kiel, including 27 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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ICE 774
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ICE 772
ICE 770Trains from Hamburg to Kiel run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 57m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 4:02 |
Last train 20:33 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Kiel trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 776 | Delayed 10:21 10:33Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 11:26 11:26Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11214 | 11:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 12:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11216 | 12:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 13:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 774 | On time 12:33 Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 13:40 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11218 | 13:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 14:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11220 | 14:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 15:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 772 | On time 14:33 Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 15:40 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11270 | 14:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 15:52 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11222 | 15:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 16:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11272 | 15:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 16:52 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11224 | 16:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 17:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 770 | On time 16:33 Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 17:40 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11274 | 16:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 17:52 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11226 | 17:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 18:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 11 October | |||||
11244 | 6:35 Hamburg Hbf | 1h17 | 7:52 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11246 | 7:35 Hamburg Hbf | 1h18 | 8:53 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11208 | 8:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 9:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 778 | On time 8:33 Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 9:40 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11258 | 8:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 9:52 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11210 | 9:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 10:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11260 | 9:42 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 10:55 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11212 | 10:08 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 11:21 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 776 | On time 10:33 Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 11:40 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11262 | 10:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1h13 | 11:52 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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
The most popular day trips by train from Kiel are Hamburg, Lübeck, Neumünster, Flensburg and Rendsburg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kiel on Omio.

Hamburg is Germany's great port city, known for its harbour, canals and maritime character. Historic warehouse districts sit alongside modern architecture, while music, nightlife and waterside neighbourhoods give the city an energetic but grounded feel.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 4m.

Lübeck is known for its Hanseatic past, brick Gothic churches and marzipan tradition. Its UNESCO-listed old town, set between waterways, feels historic, compact and quietly maritime.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:09, the last at 17:09. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 9m.

Neumünster is a practical city in Schleswig-Holstein known for its textile past and modern outlet shopping. Parks, galleries, and Vicelinkirche give it a grounded northern German character beyond its commercial side.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 16m.

Flensburg is a northern German port on the Flensburg Fjord, known for its maritime history, rum trade and Danish links. The harbour and old town give it a seafaring character, with a relaxed borderland feel.
The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 9m.

Rendsburg is a canal town in Schleswig-Holstein best known for the Kiel Canal and the Rendsburg High Bridge. Its compact centre and maritime past give it a calm, practical character shaped by shipping and engineering.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:32, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 31m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Kiel trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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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