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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Kiel on Fri, Apr 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:00 AM1h09Hamburg Hbf9:09 AMKiel€151One-way0 transfers- 7:33 AM1h07Hamburg Hbf8:40 AMKiel€201One-way0 transfers
- 7:33 AM1h07Hamburg Hbf8:40 AMKiel€201One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM1h09Hamburg Hbf9:09 AMKiel€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 86 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Kiel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Kiel trains for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h07 | 8:40 AM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h09 | 9:09 AM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 7:33 AM |
Last train 3:33 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Kiel from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Saturday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Sunday: 06:45 - 20:00
- MUM&DAD
- Lunatique
- McDonald's
- Campus Suite
- Hotel Wiking
- Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel
- Astor
- InterCityHotel Kiel
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Illy Espressobar
- McDonald's
- Gosch
- Citti-Restaurant
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