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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 on Sep 20
€51
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€63
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 20
12
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Odense to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Odense to Kiel will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
It's difficult to get from Odense to Kiel without transferring at least once.
ECE 393+
11915
R 4614 · ECE 393+
11915
IC 50121 · IC 5755+
11863 · 11813
R 4606 · IC 50121 · IC 5755+
11863
ECE 393 · 11169 · 11264
ECE 393 · 11169 · 11264
RJ 383 · 11165 · 11260
RJ 383+
11911
ECE 393+
11915
R 4614 · ECE 393 · 11169 · 11264Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Odense to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Odense to Kiel:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Odense to Kiel costing on average €63.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around €63 compared to roughly €46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-16.85. The journey takes 3h 9m versus 2h 46m 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 Odense to Kiel trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4606 · RJ 383 · 11165 · 11260 | 6:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h14 | 10:55 AM Kiel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4606 · RJ 383+ 11911 | 6:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h16 | 10:57 AM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 4606 · IC 50121 · IC 5755+ 11863 | 6:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 5h10 | 11:51 AM Kiel Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 50121 · IC 5755+ 11813 · 11863 | 7:31 AM Odense station | 4h20 | 11:51 AM Kiel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJ 383 · 11165 · 11260 | On time 7:36 AM Odense station | 3h19 | 10:55 AM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 383+ 11911 | On time 7:36 AM Odense station | 3h21 | 10:57 AM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 4614 · ECE 393 · 11169 · 11264 | 8:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h11 | 12:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4614 · IC 827 · IC 5757+ 11867 | 8:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 5h10 | 1:51 PM Kiel Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4614 · ECE 393+ 11915 | 8:41 AM Odense sygehus st | 4h16 | 12:57 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 50129 · IC 5757+ 11817 · 11867 | 9:31 AM Odense station | 4h20 | 1:51 PM Kiel Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ECE 393 · 11169 · 11264 | On time 9:36 AM Odense station | 3h16 | 12:52 PM Kiel Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 393+ 11915 | On time 9:36 AM Odense station | 3h21 | 12:57 PM Kiel Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Odense to Kiel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 8:08 PM |
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Best time to book 7 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 Odense 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 Odense to Kiel trains use the Odense to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Odense and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Odense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Flammen, Restaurant Under Lindetræet
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Odense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Odense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Odense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Odense: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Odense: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, First Hotel Grand, Radisson Blu H.C. Andersen Hotel.
Odense sygehus st is 2 km from Odense city centre. Public transport options include:
Odense sygehus st has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Odense sygehus st.
ATMs are available at Odense sygehus st.
Available at Odense sygehus st: Taxis, WC.
Available at Odense sygehus st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Odense sygehus st.
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.
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