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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Kiel
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg 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 to Kiel will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 37 trains that leave Hamburg for Kiel on Sat, Jul 18, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
ICE 77611:49 AM1h14Hamburg Hbf1:03 PMKiel Hbf€301One-way0 transfers- 634109:15 AM1h06Hamburg Altona10:21 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 634088:14 AM1h07Hamburg Altona9:21 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 6341210:14 AM1h07Hamburg Altona11:21 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 634309:48 AM1h07Hamburg Altona10:55 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 63446 · ICE 7705:46 PM1h03Hamburg Altona6:49 PMKiel Hbf€411One-way1 transfer
- 634109:15 AM1h06Hamburg Altona10:21 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 634488:46 AM1h06Hamburg Altona9:52 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 6341411:15 AM1h06Hamburg Altona12:21 PMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- 6343210:46 AM1h06Hamburg Altona11:52 AMKiel Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. 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: 83 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€22 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Kiel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Kiel trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11288 | 11:38 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h14 | 12:52 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
| 11680 | 12:45 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h19 | 2:04 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11682 | 1:44 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h14 | 2:58 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11684 | 2:42 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h16 | 3:58 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11686 | 3:41 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h15 | 4:56 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63400 | 5:42 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h13 | 6:55 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63404 | 6:42 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h10 | 7:52 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63406 | 7:14 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 8:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63402 | 7:44 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h09 | 8:53 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63408 | 8:14 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 9:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63448 | 8:46 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 9:52 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63410 | 9:15 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 10:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63430 | 9:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 10:55 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63412 | 10:14 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 11:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63432 | 10:46 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 11:52 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63414 | 11:15 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 12:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63434 | 11:46 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 12:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 776 | On time 11:49 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h14 | 1:03 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63416 | 12:14 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 1:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63436 | 12:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 1:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63418 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 2:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63438 | 1:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 2:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63420 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 3:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63440 | 2:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 3:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63422 | 3:14 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 4:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63442 | 3:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 4:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63424 | 4:15 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 5:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63444 | 4:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 5:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63426 | 5:15 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 6:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 770 | On time 5:40 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h09 | 6:49 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63446 | 5:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h06 | 6:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 63446 · ICE 770 | On time 5:46 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h03 | 6:49 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 63428 | 6:14 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h07 | 7:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11028 · 11278 | 6:32 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h20 | 7:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11430+ 21030 | 7:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h10 | 9:16 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
11430 · 11280+ 82190 | 7:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h46 | 8:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 11432+21032 | 8:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h10 | 10:16 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 11432 · 11282+82192 | 8:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h46 | 9:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Kiel
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Trains from Hamburg to Kiel run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 4:02 AM |
Last train 8:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Hamburg to Kiel trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Hamburg 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 to Kiel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 to Kiel
Most Hamburg to Kiel trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Kiel leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Which Kiel station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Kiel Hbf from Kiel city centre
Kiel Hbf train station facilities and services
Kiel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
Getting to Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK from Kiel city centre
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK is 2 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK train station facilities and services
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Illy Espressobar, McDonald's, Gosch, Citti-Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. ATMs are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Information desks are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
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