The train between Copenhagen and Kiel takes 4h 28m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Copenhagen 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 twice a week between Copenhagen and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 5:12 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Copenhagen is at 5:12 PM which arrives into Kiel at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Copenhagen to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Copenhagen station and arriving at Kiel station via Neumünster St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Copenhagen to Kiel train services, operated by Snälltåget, depart from København H station.
Copenhagen to Kiel train services, operated by Snälltåget, arrive at Neumünster St. station.
Book your Copenhagen to Kiel train tickets online with Snälltåget and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Copenhagen and Kiel is 216.1 km. The road distance is 451 km.
Snälltåget operates a train from København H to Neumünster St. 6 times a week. Tickets cost €45–75 and the journey takes 3h 52m.