The average train between Braunschweig and Kiel takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Braunschweig 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 Braunschweig and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Braunschweig is at 11:09 PM which arrives into Kiel at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Uelzen and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 43m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Braunschweig 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 Braunschweig to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Braunschweig station and arriving at Kiel station via Uelzen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Braunschweig to Kiel train services, operated by Erixx, depart from Braunschweig-Gliesmarode station.
Braunschweig to Kiel train services, operated by Erixx, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Braunschweig to Kiel train tickets online with Erixx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Braunschweig and Kiel is 230 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Braunschweig-Gliesmarode to Kiel Hbf via Uelzen and Hamburg Hbf in around 4h 3m.