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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central Station 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 Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Copenhagen Central Station for Kiel Hbf every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 12 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, flight and ferry for Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 216 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Ferry |
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£43 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price | £49 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h41 | 13:51 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h35 | 10:57 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:11 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h40 | 15:51 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h44 | 15:51 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h35 | 20:57 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 00:45 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h12 | 08:57 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf
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Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Kiel Hbf from £17. 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: Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Central Station 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 Copenhagen Central Station and Kiel Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 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. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
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