The average train between Kiel and Esbjerg takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Esbjerg. 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 Esbjerg. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Esbjerg at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Schleswig and take an average of 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Esbjerg? 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 Esbjerg. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Esbjerg station via Schleswig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Kiel to Esbjerg train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Esbjerg train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, arrive at Esbjerg St. station.
Book your Kiel to Esbjerg train tickets online with Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft and Danish Railways (DSB).
The distance between Kiel and Esbjerg is 167 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Esbjerg St. via Schleswig and Kolding St. in around 4h 15m.