The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel to Aalborg
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel to Aalborg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Aalborg will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Kiel for Aalborg every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 39 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Kiel to Aalborg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Aalborg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 303 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£47 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £272 Average Price |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kiel to Aalborg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:08 Kiel | 6h41 | 12:49 Aalborg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:03 Kiel | 5h46 | 12:49 Aalborg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:08 Kiel | 5h49 | 13:57 Aalborg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:03 Kiel | 5h46 | 14:49 Aalborg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kiel to Aalborg
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nordbahn from Kiel to Aalborg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nordbahn trains will get you between Kiel and Aalborg from £24. 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.
Nordbahn
FAQs: Kiel to Aalborg train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kiel and Aalborg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via John F. Kennedys Plads.
- Restaurant Mortens Kro
- Restaurant Fusion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Comwell Hvide Hus Aalborg
- Scandic Aalborg City
- Hotel Jomfru Ane
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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