The average train between Kiel and Düsseldorf takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Düsseldorf. 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 every 4 hours between Kiel and Düsseldorf. The earliest departure is at 3:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Düsseldorf at 2:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Düsseldorf. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Düsseldorf station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Kiel to Düsseldorf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Düsseldorf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Düsseldorf Hbf station.
Book your Kiel to Düsseldorf train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Kiel and Düsseldorf is 412 km. The road distance is 515 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 28m.