The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 992 · ICE 77210:20 AM6h20Frankfurt South station4:40 PMKiel Hbf$811One-way1 transfer
IC 60470 · 112082:14 AM7h07Frankfurt South station9:21 AMKiel Hbf$831One-way1 transfer
ICE 992 · ICE 77210:20 AM6h24Frankfurt South station4:44 PMKiel Hbf$1671One-way1 transfer
ICE 992 · ICE 77210:20 AM6h20Frankfurt South station4:40 PMKiel Hbf$811One-way1 transfer
ICE 992 · ICE 77210:20 AM6h24Frankfurt South station4:44 PMKiel Hbf$1671One-way1 transfer
IC 60470 · 112082:14 AM7h07Frankfurt South station9:21 AMKiel Hbf$831One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $194.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$143 Average price | $262 Average price | $119 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf costing on average $143 (€117).
A bus is $142 (€116) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf costing on average $262 (€213).
Other travel options to Kiel Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 18m.
Bus takes on average 11h 52m.
Tickets start at around $143 (€117) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-121.97 (€-99.37). The journey takes 10h 18m versus 5h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 992 · ICE 772 | On time 10:20 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h24 | 4:44 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf
Trains from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:58, the last at 13:53. The fastest train covers the 297 miles (479 km) distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average train duration 10h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 8:58 AM |
Last train 1:53 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt South station and Kiel Hbf from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt South station to Kiel Hbf
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- 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
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