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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
23
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 £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf you need to make at least one change.
IC 70101 · IC 5751+
11855 · 118050:237h28Copenhagen Central Station7:51Kiel Hbf£311One-way3 changes- RJ 13463+119116:104h47Copenhagen Central Station10:57Kiel Hbf£401One-way1 change
- RJ 13463 · 11165 · 112606:104h44Copenhagen Central Station10:54Kiel Hbf£431One-way2 changes
- IC 70113 · IC 5753+11859 · 118093:376h14Copenhagen Central Station9:51Kiel Hbf£441One-way3 changes
- ICL 50019 · IC 5755+11863 · 118135:276h24Copenhagen Central Station11:51Kiel Hbf£441One-way3 changes
- RJ 13463 · 11165 · 112606:104h44Copenhagen Central Station10:54Kiel Hbf£431One-way2 changes
- RJ 13463 · 11165 · 112606:104h44Copenhagen Central Station10:54Kiel Hbf£641One-way2 changes
- RJ 13463+119116:104h47Copenhagen Central Station10:57Kiel Hbf£401One-way1 change
- RJ 13463+119116:104h47Copenhagen Central Station10:57Kiel Hbf£581One-way1 change
- ECE 393 · 11169 · 112648:044h48Copenhagen Central Station12:52Kiel Hbf£891One-way2 changes
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 ferry with prices starting from £21. 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 ferry costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 216 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Flight |
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£55 Average Price | £28 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £216 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 3h 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 tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 70101 · IC 5751+11805 · 11855 | 0:23 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h28 | 7:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 70113 · IC 5753+11859 · 11809 | 3:37 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h14 | 9:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ECE 1191 · 11163 · 11258 | On time 4:52 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h00 | 9:52 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ECE 1191+11909 | On time 4:52 Copenhagen Central Station | 5h05 | 9:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50019 · IC 5755+11813 · 11863 | 5:27 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h24 | 11:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| RJ 13463 · 11165 · 11260 | On time 6:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h44 | 10:54 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| RJ 13463+11911 | On time 6:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h47 | 10:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| RJ 13463 · 11165 · 11260 | On time 6:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h44 | 10:54 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| RJ 13463+11911 | On time 6:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h47 | 10:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50027 · IC 5757+11817 · 11867 | 7:27 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h24 | 13:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ECE 393 · 11169 · 11264 | On time 8:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h48 | 12:52 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ECE 393+11915 | On time 8:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h53 | 12:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50035 · IC 5759+11821 · 11871 | 9:27 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h24 | 15:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| RJ 13465 · 11173 · 11268 | On time 10:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h48 | 14:52 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| RJ 13465 · 11173 · 11268 | On time 10:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h48 | 14:52 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| RJ 13465+11919 | On time 10:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h53 | 14:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| RJ 13465+11919 | On time 10:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h53 | 14:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50043 · IC 5761+11875 · 11825 | 11:27 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h24 | 17:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ECE 395 · 11177 · 11272 | On time 12:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h48 | 16:52 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ECE 395+11923 | On time 12:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h53 | 16:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50051 · IC 5763+11879 · 11829 | 13:27 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h24 | 19:51 Kiel Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ECE 397 · 11181 · 11276 | On time 14:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h48 | 18:52 Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ECE 397+11927 | On time 14:04 Copenhagen Central Station | 4h53 | 18:57 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
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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 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Kiel Hbf from £19. 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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
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
Most Copenhagen Central Station to Kiel Hbf trains use the København Hovedb. to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen Central Station and Kiel Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
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 Copenhagen Central Station
Most popular trains to and from Kiel Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station
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