The average train between Calais and Kiel takes 14h 26m and the fastest train takes 12h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Calais 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 Calais and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Calais is at 8:29 PM which arrives into Kiel at 2:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 14h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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15h 26m • 5 changesWant to know about travelling from Calais 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 Calais to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Calais station and arriving at Kiel station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 26m.
Calais to Kiel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.
Calais to Kiel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Calais to Kiel train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Calais and Kiel is 672 km. The road distance is 971 km.
You can take a train from Calais Ville to Kiel Hbf via Lille Flandres, Tournai, Brussels-Nord, Köln Hbf, and Hamburg Hbf in around 12h 35m.