- Must visit
Schifffahrtsmuseum Kiel
Maritime museum in a former fish auction hall. Highlights Kiel's naval, shipping, and harbor history in an atmospheric waterfront setting.
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€80
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Kiel will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Berlin to Kiel without transferring at least once.
ICE 608 · 11256
ICE 872 · S1 · 11210
ICE 2570+
21114
ICE 606 · ICE 776
ICE 2592 · ICE 770
ICE 608 · 11256
ICE 604 · S1 · 11216
ICE 606 · S1 · 11212
ICE 602 · S1 · 11220
ICE 508 · S1 · 11228Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €221.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €706 Average price | €53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Kiel:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Kiel costing on average €79.
A bus is €670 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Kiel costing on average €706.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Bus takes on average 5h 2m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (3h 41m by train vs 4h 2m by car). Tickets start at around €79 compared to roughly €53 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Railjet.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Kiel trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 608 · S1 · 11208 | On time 5:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h52 | 9:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 872 · S1 · 11210 | On time 6:32 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 3h49 | 10:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 606 · ICE 776 | On time 7:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h38 | 12:15 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 606 · S1 · 11212 | On time 7:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h44 | 11:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2570 · S5 · 11214 | On time 8:35 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h46 | 12:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 806+ 21114 | On time 8:35 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h41 | 1:16 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2570+ 21114 | On time 8:35 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h41 | 1:16 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 604 · S1 · 11216 | On time 9:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h44 | 1:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2596 · S3 · 11218 | On time 10:34 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h47 | 2:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 602 · S1 · 11220 | On time 11:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h44 | 3:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2594 · S1 · 11222 | Delayed 10:35 AM 12:34 PMBerlin Hbf | 3h47 | 4:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2594 · S1 · 11222 | On time 12:35 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h46 | 4:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 600 · S1 · 11224 | On time 1:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h44 | 5:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 600 · ICE 770 | On time 1:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h52 | 6:29 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2592 · S1 · 11226 | Delayed 12:34 PM 2:33 PMBerlin Hbf | 3h48 | 6:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2592 · ICE 770 | On time 2:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h55 | 6:29 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2592 · S1 · 11226 | On time 2:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h47 | 6:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 508 · S1 · 11228 | On time 3:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h44 | 7:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2590 · S1 · 11280 | Delayed 2:34 PM 4:33 PMBerlin Hbf | 4h19 | 8:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 506 · S1 · 11232 | On time 5:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h44 | 9:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Berlin to Kiel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Kiel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kiel trip today.
Maritime museum in a former fish auction hall. Highlights Kiel's naval, shipping, and harbor history in an atmospheric waterfront setting.
Open-air museum site near Kiel with historic rural buildings and cultural exhibitions. Worth visiting for regional architecture and traditions.
Art museum of Kiel University with European paintings, prints, and sculptures. A strong stop for classical and modern art near the fjord.
Kiel's central waterfront promenade. Ideal for harbor walks, ferry watching, events, and easy access to shops and maritime sights.
Canal-side viewing area in Holtenau for watching ships enter and leave the Kiel Canal. One of the city's best free maritime viewpoints.
Main pedestrian shopping street linking central Kiel highlights. A practical and lively place to explore the rebuilt city center.
Smoked eel from the Baltic region, traditionally served simply to highlight local fishing heritage and the salty coastal flavor of Schleswig-Holstein.
A hearty northern German stew of pears, beans, and bacon, loved in Schleswig-Holstein for its sweet-salty mix and late-summer harvest tradition.
Kale slow-cooked with sausage or pork, a classic winter dish across northern Germany and a staple of cold-season gatherings in Kiel.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining with modern regional cuisine, refined tasting menus, and polished service in a special-occasion setting.
Historic waterside restaurant known for northern German seafood and local classics in a traditional harbor atmosphere.
Established harbor restaurant focused on fish and maritime specialties, with panoramic fjord views and a polished but relaxed feel.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can rise in summer, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable for a port city.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up, and leave small change at cafes.
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Kiel Hbf -> Kiel City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

Most Berlin to Kiel trains use the Berlin Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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 options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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 options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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 options include: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK is 2 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Illy Espressobar, McDonald's, Gosch, Citti-Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. ATMs are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Information desks are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Kiel-Ellerbek is 2 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kiel-Ellerbek has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kiel-Ellerbek.
ATMs are available at Kiel-Ellerbek.
Available at Kiel-Ellerbek: Parking.
Available at Kiel-Ellerbek: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel-Ellerbek.
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