The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel to Frederikshavn
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel to Frederikshavn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Frederikshavn will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kiel for Frederikshavn every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 10 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 Frederikshavn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Frederikshavn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £144.
Distance: 348 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price | £41 Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kiel to Frederikshavn train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NBE 11808 · NBE 11858+ IC 5754 · IC 437 | On time 07:08 Kiel Hbf | 8h10 | 15:18 Frederikshavn station | 4 changes | |
NBE 11808 · NBE 11858+ IC 5754 · ICL 39 | On time 07:08 Kiel Hbf | 8h10 | 15:18 Frederikshavn station | 4 changes | |
NBE 11910+ EC 398 · IC 441 · R 1953 | On time 08:03 Kiel Hbf | 8h15 | 16:18 Frederikshavn station | 3 changes | |
NBE 11812 · NBE 11862+ IC 5756 · ICL 47 | On time 09:08 Kiel Hbf | 8h10 | 17:18 Frederikshavn station | 4 changes | |
NBE 11812 · NBE 11862+ IC 5756 · IC 445 | On time 09:08 Kiel Hbf | 8h10 | 17:18 Frederikshavn station | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kiel to Frederikshavn
Distance 348 km |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 19m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nordbahn from Kiel to Frederikshavn trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nordbahn trains will get you between Kiel and Frederikshavn from £31. 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 Frederikshavn train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kiel and Frederikshavn
- 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
- Illy Espressobar
- McDonald's
- Gosch
- Citti-Restaurant
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Jernbanegade.
- Scandic The Reef Restaurant
- Restaurant Essens
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- DKK 5
- Scandic The Reef
- Best Western Hotel Herman Bang
- Hotel Jutlandia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Stena Line to Gothenburg
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