The average train between Aachen and Kiel takes 7h 9m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Aachen to Kiel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aachen and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Aachen is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Kiel at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 7h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aachen to Kiel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Aachen Hbf station and arriving at Kiel Hbf station via Koeln Hbf station and Hamburg Dammtor station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.
Aachen to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.
Aachen to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
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The distance between Aachen and Kiel is 479.8 km. The road distance is 558 km.
You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Kiel Hbf via Köln Hbf and Hamburg Dammtor in around 6h 47m.