The average train between Derby and Kiel takes 16h 17m and the fastest train takes 12h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 5 times a day between Derby and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Kiel at 9:52 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 16h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Kiel station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 17m.
Derby to Kiel train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Kiel train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Derby to Kiel train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derby and Kiel is 780.5 km. The road distance is 1,340 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Kiel Hbf via London St Pancras Intl, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Köln Hbf, and Hamburg Hbf in around 13h 27m.