The average train between Kiel and Bonn takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel to Bonn. 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 hourly between Kiel and Bonn. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Bonn at 4:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Bonn? 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 Kiel to Bonn. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Bonn station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.
Kiel to Bonn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Bonn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Kiel to Bonn train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Bonn is 448.6 km. The road distance is 575 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Bonn Hbf via Hamburg Hbf and Koeln Hbf in around 6h 24m.