Train from Leipzig to Kiel: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Leipzig to Kiel on December 15
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Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Kiel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
10h 20mAverage Duration
364 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$66 - $83Average Duration10h 20m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$82 - $216Average Duration5h 56m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$57 - $57Average Duration4h 30m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leipzig to Kiel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Kiel start at $82. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Kiel?

    The average train trip from Leipzig to Kiel takes 5h 56m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Kiel route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Kiel?

    The earliest train from Leipzig to Kiel departs at 6:02am. The latest train departs at 8:38pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Leipzig 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Kiel?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig 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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig 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.

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