The average train between Hanover and Kiel takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Hanover 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 4 times a day between Hanover and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Kiel at 12:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
6h 47m • 1 change
3h 42m • 1 change
2h 54m • 1 change
2h 47m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Hanover 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 Hanover to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Kiel station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Hanover to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.
Hanover to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Kiel train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Hanover and Kiel is 218.6 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 48m.
#/media/File:ICE_4_Berlin_Hauptbahnhof_(3).jpg "ICE 4 Berlin Hauptbahnhof")
