The average train between Kiel and Leer takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel to Leer. 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 Leer. The earliest departure is at 3:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:37 PM which arrives into Leer at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Leer? 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 Leer. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Leer station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Kiel to Leer train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Leer train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Leer(Ostfriesl) station.
Book your Kiel to Leer train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and metronom.
The distance between Kiel and Leer is 213.4 km. The road distance is 321 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Leer(Ostfriesl) via Hamburg Hbf and Bremen Hbf in around 4h 4m.