Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Kiel | Cheapest | |||||
EuroCity Train + Regional-Express | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | No tags | |||||
EuroCity Train + Regional-Express | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | No tags | |||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Kiel
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 $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Kiel?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Kiel start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $89. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dortmund to Kiel?
The average train trip from Dortmund to Kiel takes 4h 9m and covers 359 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 57m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Kiel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Kiel?
The earliest train from Dortmund to Kiel departs at 6:25am. The latest train departs at 7:47pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund to Kiel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Kiel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Kiel was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Kiel, as early as possible.
