The average train between Kiel and Lille takes 11h 28m and the fastest train takes 8h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Lille. 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 Lille. The earliest departure is at 3:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Lille at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 11h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 10m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Lille? 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 Lille. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Lille station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.
Kiel to Lille train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Lille train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Lille Europe station.
Book your Kiel to Lille train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Lille is 630.3 km. The road distance is 870 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Lille Europe via Hamburg Hbf, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 59m.