- Must visit
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
9 h 41 m
Average duration
10 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
789 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Innsbruck will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kiel for Innsbruck on Fri, Aug 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 789 km distance in an average of 10 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 41 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 10 h 33 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, and a flight costs an average of $112.
Distance: 490 miles (789 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $894 Average price | $111 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 54m Average total duration 16h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Kiel to Innsbruck:
A bus is $76 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Innsbruck costing on average $187 (€151).
A bus is $783 (€630) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Innsbruck costing on average $894 (€720).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 25m.
Bus takes on average 16h 24m.
You'll arrive about 1h 17m sooner (9h 25m by train vs 10h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $187 (€151) compared to roughly $30 (€24) 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.
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 Kiel to Innsbruck trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:05 AM Kiel | 10h13 | 6:18 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Kiel | 10h33 | 7:10 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Kiel | 11h13 | 8:18 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kiel to Innsbruck run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 490 miles (789 km) distance in 8h 31m.
Distance 490 miles (789 km) |
Average train duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 31m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kiel to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kiel to Innsbruck trains use the Kiel Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Kiel and Innsbruck 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.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle). ATMs are available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle).
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle).
Available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle): Wheelchair accessible.
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