The average train between Kiel and Dover takes 14h 42m and the fastest train takes 12h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Dover. 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 Kiel and Dover. The earliest departure is at 3:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Dover at 2:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 14h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Dover? 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 Dover. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Dover station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 42m.
Kiel to Dover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Dover train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Kiel to Dover train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Dover is 691.6 km. The road distance is 1,258 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Dover Priory via Hamburg Hbf, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and London St Pancras Intl in around 13h 17m.