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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£148
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£148
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
7 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 26 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 555 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 26 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.
17:337h26Heidelberg Hbf0:59Kiel Hbf£1481One-way0 changes
- 17:337h26Heidelberg Hbf0:59Kiel Hbf£1481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £256.
Distance: 555 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £256 Average Price | £89 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf costing on average £61.
A coach is £227 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf costing on average £256.
Other travel options to Kiel Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 3m.
Coach takes on average 9h 45m.
The journey is about 57m faster (6h 3m by train vs 7h 0m by car) and roughly £29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£61 vs £89). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:06 Heidelberg Hbf | 12h14 | 0:20 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf
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Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 13:06. The fastest train covers the 555 km distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 555 km |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 7:06 |
Last train 13:06 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Heidelberg Hbf and Kiel Hbf from £29. 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.
FAQs: Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg Hbf and Kiel Hbf
Most Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg Hbf and Kiel Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg 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: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
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.
Most popular train connections from Heidelberg Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Kiel Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf
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