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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€67
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 20
20
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover Hbf 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 Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 20 trains from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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 786 · 112326:36 PM2h45Hanover Hbf9:21 PMKiel Hbf€531One-way1 transfer- ICE 1284 · 116447:22 PM3h12Hanover Hbf10:34 PMKiel Hbf€531One-way1 transfer
- ICE 7769:08 AM2h32Hanover Hbf11:40 AMKiel Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 882 · 1122012:36 PM2h45Hanover Hbf3:21 PMKiel Hbf€581One-way1 transfer
- ICE 8 · 1126812:08 PM2h44Hanover Hbf2:52 PMKiel Hbf€581One-way1 transfer
- ICE 7721:19 PM2h26Hanover Hbf3:45 PMKiel Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1126 · 112608:25 AM2h30Hanover Hbf10:55 AMKiel Hbf€901One-way1 transfer
- ICE 5785:08 PM2h32Hanover Hbf7:40 PMKiel Hbf€901One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7769:08 AM2h32Hanover Hbf11:40 AMKiel Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7703:08 PM2h32Hanover Hbf5:40 PMKiel Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €443.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€44 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €443 Average price | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf costing on average €44.
A bus is €423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf costing on average €443.
Other travel options to Kiel Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (2h 41m by train vs 2h 53m by car). Tickets start at around €44 compared to roughly €37 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.
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.
Live departures
Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 82856+11244 | 3:48 AM Hanover Hbf | 4h04 | 7:52 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1686 · 11208 | On time 6:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h54 | 9:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 778 | On time 7:20 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h25 | 9:45 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1536 · 11210 | On time 7:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h50 | 10:21 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1126 · 11260 | On time 8:25 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h30 | 10:55 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 776 | On time 9:08 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h32 | 11:40 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 686 · 11214 | On time 9:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 12:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 886 · 11216 | On time 10:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 1:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 774 | On time 11:08 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h32 | 1:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 684 · 11218 | On time 11:36 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 2:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 8 · 11268 | On time 12:08 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h44 | 2:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 882 · 11220 | On time 12:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 3:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 772 | On time 1:19 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h26 | 3:45 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 682 · 11222 | On time 1:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 4:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 880 · 11224 | On time 2:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 5:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 770 | On time 3:08 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h32 | 5:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 680 · 11226 | On time 3:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 6:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 788 · 11228 | On time 4:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 7:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 578 | On time 5:08 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h32 | 7:40 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 588 · 11230 | On time 5:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 8:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 786 · 11232 | On time 6:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h45 | 9:21 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 586 · 11234 | On time 7:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h58 | 10:34 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 784 · 11236 | On time 8:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h54 | 11:30 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 584 · 11238 | On time 9:36 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h58 | 12:34 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 572 · 11290 | On time 11:08 PM Hanover Hbf | 2h51 | 1:59 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf
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Trains from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:31, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 3:31 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, erixx, metronom from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, erixx, metronom trains will get you between Hanover Hbf and Kiel Hbf from €10. 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.
erixx
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover Hbf 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 Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf
Most Hanover Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains use the Hannover Hbf to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hanover Hbf and Kiel Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hannover Hbf from Hanover city centre
Hannover Hbf train station facilities and services
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
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.
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