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Trip Overview

The train between Heidelberg and Kiel takes 5h 52m. There is at least one train per day from Heidelberg 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.

5h 52m
Duration
708 km
Distance
€140
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Heidelberg to Kiel train times

Trains run once daily between Heidelberg and Kiel. The service departs Heidelberg at 5:48 AM in the morning, which arrives into Kiel at 11:40:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Heidelberg 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.

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  • Distance: 708 km
  • Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Kiel, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €120–250 and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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