The average train between Apolda and Kiel takes 6h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Apolda 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 3 hours between Apolda and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Apolda is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Kiel at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Apolda 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 Apolda to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Apolda station and arriving at Kiel station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.
Apolda to Kiel train services, operated by ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Apolda to Kiel train services, operated by ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Apolda to Kiel train tickets online with ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Apolda and Kiel is 378 km. The road distance is 713 km.
You can take a train from Apolda to Kiel Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Hamburg Hbf in around 6h 27m.