The average train between Kiel and Saalfeld takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel to Saalfeld. 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 Saalfeld. The earliest departure is at 4:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Saalfeld at 8:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 5m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Saalfeld? 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 Saalfeld. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf station and arriving at Saalfeld(Saale) station via Hamburg Hbf station, Göttingen station and Neudietendorf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.
Kiel to Saalfeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Saalfeld train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Saalfeld(Saale) station.
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The distance between Kiel and Saalfeld is 416.8 km. The road distance is 507 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Saalfeld(Saale) via Hamburg Hbf, Göttingen, and Neudietendorf in around 7h 20m.