The average train between Harlingen and Kiel takes 8h 52m and the fastest train takes 7h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Harlingen 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 daily between Harlingen and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 9:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlingen is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Kiel at 12:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Leeuwarden and take an average of 8h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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13h 31m • 5 changesWant to know about travelling from Harlingen 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 Harlingen to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Harlingen station and arriving at Kiel station via Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.
Harlingen to Kiel train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Leeuwarden station.
Harlingen to Kiel train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Harlingen to Kiel train tickets online with Arriva NL, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and 5 other operators.
The distance between Harlingen and Kiel is 335 km. The road distance is 599 km.
You can take a train from Harlingen to Kiel Hbf via Leeuwarden, Zwolle, Hengelo, Hamburg-Harburg, and Hamburg Hbf in around 8h 1m.