1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£51
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 49 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
550 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim Hbf 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 Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 550 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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 774
ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772
ICE 772
ICE 74 · 11272
ECE 8 · 11268
ICE 774
ICE 772
ICE 74 · 11272
ECE 8 · 11268
ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £304.
Distance: 550 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £304 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf costing on average £79.
A coach is £256 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf costing on average £304.
Other travel options to Kiel Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 58m.
Coach takes on average 12h 31m.
Tickets start at around £79 compared to roughly £88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 5h 58m versus 5h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 774 | On time 8:03 Mannheim Hbf | 5h37 | 13:40 Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 8 · 11268 | On time 9:03 Mannheim Hbf | 5h49 | 14:52 Kiel Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772 | Delayed 9:29 Mannheim Hbf | 6h11 | 13:45 13:45Kiel Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 772 | Delayed 10:03 Mannheim Hbf | 5h37 | 13:45 13:45Kiel Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 74 · 11272 | On time 11:03 Mannheim Hbf | 5h49 | 16:52 Kiel Hbf | 1 change |
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Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 09:03. The fastest train covers the 550 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 550 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 9:03 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim Hbf 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.

Most Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Mannheim Hbf and Kiel Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim 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 options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
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 options include: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.