Odense to Kiel train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,RE,IC)

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Odense to Kiel

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

3 h 34 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Odense to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Odense to Kiel will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.

Fast trains

To travel from Odense to Kiel you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche BahnIC 60121 · IC 55755+Nordbahn EisenbahngesellschaftNBE 11863 · NBE 11813
07:324h19
Odense station
11:51Kiel Hbf
£331One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 391+Nordbahn EisenbahngesellschaftNBE 11911
07:233h34
Odense station
10:57Kiel Hbf
£331One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 60129 · IC 55757+Nordbahn EisenbahngesellschaftNBE 11867 · NBE 11817
09:324h19
Odense station
13:51Kiel Hbf
£331One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 395+Nordbahn EisenbahngesellschaftNBE 11919
11:233h34
Odense station
14:57Kiel Hbf
£451One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnEC 393+Nordbahn EisenbahngesellschaftNBE 11915
09:233h34
Odense station
12:57Kiel Hbf
£451One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Odense to Kiel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Odense to Kiel 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 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 121 km

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Train
Coach

£38

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 41m

Average total duration

8h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Odense to Kiel train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnEC 391+nordbahnebgsNBE 11911
On time
06:23 Odense station
3h34
09:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnIC 60121 · IC 55755+nordbahnebgsNBE 11863 · NBE 11813
On time
06:32 Odense station
4h19
10:51 Kiel Hbf
3 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 393+nordbahnebgsNBE 11915
On time
08:23 Odense station
3h34
11:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnIC 60129 · IC 55757+nordbahnebgsNBE 11867 · NBE 11817
On time
08:32 Odense station
4h19
12:51 Kiel Hbf
3 changes
deutsche_bahnEC 395+nordbahnebgsNBE 11919
On time
10:23 Odense station
3h34
13:57 Kiel Hbf
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Odense to Kiel

DenmarkDenmark
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Odense to Kiel run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance
121 km
Average train duration
2h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 22m
First train
00:03
Last train
21:03
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Odense to Kiel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Odense and Kiel from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 23m
Cheapest Price
£38
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Danish Railways (DSB)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 48m
Danish Railways (DSB) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Odense to Kiel train

FAQs: Travel by train from Odense to Kiel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Odense to Kiel.
FAQs
Booking trains from Odense to Kiel in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Odense to Kiel is 121 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Odense to Kiel can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The cheapest way to get from Odense to Kiel is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The train journey from Odense to Kiel covers a distance of 121 km and takes approximately 3h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Odense that goes to Kiel is Odense station, and it arrives at Kiel Hbf.
The first train from Odense to Kiel leaves at 0:03.
Yes, you can take the train from Odense to Kiel.
The last train from Odense to Kiel departs at 21:03.
To get from Odense to Kiel, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Odense to Kiel run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Odense to Kiel.
There is no night train service from Odense to Kiel.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Odense and Kiel

Odense
Kiel
The major train station for departures in Odense is Odense. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Odense for your trip from Odense to Kiel.
OdenseWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • 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 Østre Stationsvej.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Flammen
  • Restaurant Under Lindetræet
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • DKK 5
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Plaza
  • First Hotel Grand
  • Radisson Blu H.C. Andersen Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Copenhagen, Aarhus, and regional destinations
Public transport options for Odense
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Regional and intercity connections
Odense, Kottesgade / Byens Bro (togbus)
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