The average train between Salzburg and Kiel takes 11h 23m and the fastest train takes 9h 31m. The train service runs several times per day 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 4 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 1:40 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 11h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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14h 28m • 2 changesWant 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 Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Kiel Hbf station via München Hbf station and Göttingen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.
Salzburg to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.
Salzburg to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
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The distance between Salzburg and Kiel is 753 km. The road distance is 910 km.
You can take a train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via München Hbf and Göttingen in around 10h 16m.