The average train between Salzburg and Kiel takes 10h 44m and the fastest train takes 9h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Salzburg to Kiel. 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 2 hours between Salzburg and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 3:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Salzburg is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Kiel at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 10h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Salzburg to Kiel? 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 Salzburg to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Salzburg station and arriving at Kiel station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.
Salzburg to Kiel train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.
Salzburg to Kiel train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Salzburg to Kiel train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 5 other operators.
The distance between Salzburg and Kiel is 753 km. The road distance is 1,030 km.
You can take a train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via München Hbf, Hannover Hauptbahnhof, and Hamburg Hbf in around 9h 47m.