The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 37 trains that leave Kiel Hbf for Hamburg Hbf every day 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
ICE 5799:301h06Kiel Hbf10:36Hamburg Hbf£121One-way0 changes
ICE 77515:301h06Kiel Hbf16:36Hamburg Hbf£121One-way0 changes
ICE 77717:301h06Kiel Hbf18:36Hamburg Hbf£121One-way0 changes
ICE 77313:301h06Kiel Hbf14:36Hamburg Hbf£161One-way0 changes
ICE 77111:301h06Kiel Hbf12:36Hamburg Hbf£171One-way0 changes
ICE 5799:301h06Kiel Hbf10:36Hamburg Hbf£121One-way0 changes
ICE 77313:301h06Kiel Hbf14:36Hamburg Hbf£161One-way0 changes
ICE 77111:301h06Kiel Hbf12:36Hamburg Hbf£171One-way0 changes
ICE 77515:301h06Kiel Hbf16:36Hamburg Hbf£121One-way0 changes
ICE 77717:301h06Kiel Hbf18:36Hamburg Hbf£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 85 km
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2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11233 | 19:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 20:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11285 · 11185 | 20:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h16 | 21:21 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
11293 | 0:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h19 | 1:24 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 173 | On time 6:16 Kiel Hbf | 1h12 | 7:28 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 507 | On time 7:04 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 8:18 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11263 | 9:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h16 | 10:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 579 | On time 9:30 Kiel Hbf | 1h06 | 10:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11213 | 9:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 10:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11265 | 10:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 11:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11215 | 10:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 11:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11267 | 11:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 12:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 771 | On time 11:30 Kiel Hbf | 1h06 | 12:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11217 | 11:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 12:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11269 | 12:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 13:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11219 | 12:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 13:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11271 | 13:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h16 | 14:21 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 773 | On time 13:30 Kiel Hbf | 1h06 | 14:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11221 | 13:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 14:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11273 | 14:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 15:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11223 | 14:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 15:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11275 | 15:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 16:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 775 | On time 15:30 Kiel Hbf | 1h06 | 16:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11225 | 15:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 16:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11277 | 16:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 17:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11227 | 16:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 17:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11279 | 17:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 18:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 777 | On time 17:30 Kiel Hbf | 1h06 | 18:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11229 | 17:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h14 | 18:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11281 | 18:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 19:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11231 | 18:37 Kiel Hbf | 1h15 | 19:52 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
11283 | 19:05 Kiel Hbf | 1h17 | 20:22 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 4:16 |
Last train 17:16 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Kiel Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from £6. 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)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kiel Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Saturday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Sunday: 06:45 - 20:00
- MUM&DAD
- Lunatique
- McDonald's
- Campus Suite
- Hotel Wiking
- Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel
- Astor
- InterCityHotel Kiel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- The station has luggage lockers
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office
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