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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Kiel by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Kiel?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Kiel start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Kiel?
The average train trip from Cologne to Kiel takes 5h 29m and covers 432 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Kiel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Kiel?
The earliest train from Cologne to Kiel departs at 6:11am. The latest train departs at 2:11pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Kiel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Kiel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Kiel was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Kiel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $312 for a train ticket from Cologne to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2026-01-27.
