Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$95

Average price

$121

Fastest journey

4 h 58 m

Average duration

5 h 23 m

Trains per day

Distance

478 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Kiel Hbf for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf on Wed, Jun 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 6 h 5 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.

08:02AM4h58

Kiel Hbf

01:00PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

$951One-way

0 transfers

05:38PM5h17

Kiel Hbf

10:55PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

$1181One-way

0 transfers

09:02AM4h58

Kiel Hbf

02:00PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

$1201One-way

0 transfers

02:23PM6h05

Kiel Hbf

08:28PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

$1331One-way

0 transfers

03:02PM5h38

Kiel Hbf

08:40PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

$1381One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€93 Average price	€41 Average price Cheapest	€177 Average price
5h 43m Average duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 14m Average duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 5m Average duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
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Overview: Train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Germany

Trains from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

297 miles (478 km)

Average train duration

5h 13m

Cheapest ticket price

$25 (€20)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 47m

First train

02:12

Last train

17:38

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains

You can travel by train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 5 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: $31
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Cheap train tickets from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is $101 (€82); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 4 h 47 min to travel the 296 mile (478 km) long journey, with around there are 10 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 10: 05 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Kiel Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 05 PM.

A trip to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Kiel Hbf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train is September.

You have options as you can travel from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Kiel

Frankfurt am Main

The major train station for departures in Kiel is Kiel Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kiel Hbf for your trip from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main.

Kiel Hbf