Train from Cologne to Kiel: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Kiel on 11 December
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Kiel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 461, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
5h 10mAverage duration
434 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 595 - R 1 148Average duration10h 40m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 438 - R 3 194Average duration5h 47m
10kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 461 - R 970Average duration5h 10m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Kiel by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Kiel start from R 438. The average price for this train route is around R 1 722. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Kiel?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Kiel is 5h 47m, covering a distance of 432 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 25 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Cologne to Kiel departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 20:47.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne 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 Cologne to Kiel?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.

  8. 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.

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