Train from Erfurt to Kiel: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Erfurt to Kiel on 28 December
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 5 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just R 795, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
5h 26mAverage duration
377 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 593 - R 593Average duration23h 15m
9kg CO₂e
Average priceR 795 - R 3 977Average duration5h 26m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Kiel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Kiel start from R 795. The average price for this train route is around R 1 909. 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 Erfurt to Kiel?

    The average train journey time from Erfurt to Kiel is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 377 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 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 Erfurt to Kiel?

    The earliest train from Erfurt to Kiel departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:09.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

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

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

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Erfurt 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 Erfurt 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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