The average train between Kiel and France takes 11h 8m and the fastest train takes 9h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to France. 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 Kiel and France. The earliest departure is at 2:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into France at 10:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 11h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf station and arriving at Paris Nord station via Hamburg Hbf station and Köln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.
Kiel to France train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to France train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Kiel and France is 1036.4 km. The road distance is 974 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Cité via Hamburg Hbf, Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 10h 22m.