The average train between Kiel and Aachen takes 7h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel to Aachen. 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 Kiel and Aachen. The earliest departure is at 2:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Aachen at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Aachen? 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 Kiel to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf station and arriving at Aachen, Hbf station via Hamburg Hbf station and Köln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.
Kiel to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.
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The distance between Kiel and Aachen is 479.8 km. The road distance is 556 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Aachen, Hbf via Hamburg Hbf and Köln Hbf in around 6h 38m.