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| 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 | |||||
 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Kiel | No tags | |||||
InterCity + Regional-Express | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Kiel Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 564, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 395. The average price for this train route is around R 1 086. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Kiel?
The average train journey time from Dortmund to Kiel is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 359 km. The quickest train can get 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 06:25. And the latest train departs at 19:47.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 375To 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.
