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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 on Sep 26
$58
Average ticket price on Sep 26
$95
Fastest journey on Sep 26
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
5 h 25 m
Trains on Sep 26
24
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel without transferring at least once.
ICE 518 · RJ 174
S9 · ICE 74 · 11272
ICE 106 · 11284
ICE 121 · ICE 772
ICE 992 · ICE 772
ICE 121 · ICE 772
S9 · ICE 772
S9 · ICE 774
S9 · ICE 578
S9 · ICE 770The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel trains for today, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 529 · ICE 1074 · 11220 | Delayed 7:57 AM 9:41 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h40 | 3:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 1670 · ICE 682 · 11222 | 10:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h21 | 4:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S8 · 4510 · ICE 682 · 11222 | 10:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h21 | 4:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 992 · ICE 772 | Delayed 10:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h31 | 1:49 PM 1:49 PMKiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 772 | Delayed 10:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h25 | 1:49 PM 1:49 PMKiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 121 · ICE 772 | Delayed 8:29 AM 10:15 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h25 | 1:49 PM 1:49 PMKiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 74 · 11272 | Delayed 9:27 AM 11:15 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h37 | 4:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 74 · 11272 | 11:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h37 | 4:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 770 | Delayed 10:22 AM 12:02 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h38 | 5:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 11276 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h41 | 6:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 770 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h25 | 5:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 15 · ICE 6 · 11276 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h37 | 6:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 6 · 11276 | 1:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h37 | 6:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 578 | On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h25 | 7:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 123 · ICE 578 | On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h25 | 7:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 518 · RJ 174 | On time 3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h30 | 9:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 72 · 11280 | 3:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h37 | 8:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 315 · ICE 72 · 11280 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h37 | 8:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 576 · 11282 | 4:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h37 | 9:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 125 · ICE 576 · 11282 | On time 4:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h37 | 9:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1655 · ICE 784+ 21136 | On time 5:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h14 | 12:16 AM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 26 | |||||
ICE 23 · ICE 774 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h38 | 1:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · 11268 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h41 | 2:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 774 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h25 | 1:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ECE 8 · 11268 | 9:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h37 | 2:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 11 · ECE 8 · 11268 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h37 | 2:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 07:38. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 7:38 AM |
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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 Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
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