- Must visit
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
$112
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
10 h 19 m
Average duration
10 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luxembourg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luxembourg to Kiel will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
It's difficult to get from Luxembourg to Kiel without transferring at least 4 times.
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RE 5111 · 28516 · ICE 1032 · S3Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luxembourg to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 367 miles (591 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $177 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 21m Average total duration 17h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Luxembourg to Kiel:
A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luxembourg to Kiel costing on average $149.
A bus is $98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luxembourg to Kiel costing on average $177.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 55m.
Bus takes on average 17h 51m.
Tickets start at around $149 compared to roughly $129 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.37. The journey takes 8h 55m versus 7h 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.
The table below shows live departures for Luxembourg to Kiel trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:33 AM Luxembourg | 9h48 | 4:21 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Luxembourg | 9h19 | 4:52 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:16 AM Luxembourg | 11h05 | 8:21 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Luxembourg | 9h48 | 7:21 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Luxembourg to Kiel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 367 miles (591 km) distance in 9h 19m.
Distance 367 miles (591 km) |
Average train duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 19m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
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 Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg to Kiel trains use the Luxembourg to Kiel Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Use this guide to compare Luxembourg and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luxembourg is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg 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: Brasserie Schuman, Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luxembourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luxembourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luxembourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton, Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City.
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
ATMs are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
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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