The average train between Kiel and Kalmar takes 11h 4m and the fastest train takes 9h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Kalmar. 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 Kiel and Kalmar. The earliest departure is at 11:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kiel is at 7:03 PM which arrives into Kalmar at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Schleswig and take an average of 11h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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13h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Kalmar? 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 Kalmar. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Kalmar station via Schleswig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.
Kiel to Kalmar train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Kalmar train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, arrive at Kalmar, Järnvägstation.
Book your Kiel to Kalmar train tickets online with Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, Danish Railways (DSB) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Kalmar is 470.4 km. The road distance is 778 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Schleswig, København H, and Köpenhamn H in around 9h 56m.