The average train between Kiel and Hesse takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Hesse. 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 Hesse. The earliest departure is at 8:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kiel is at 6:16 PM which arrives into Hesse at 11:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Hesse. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Hesse station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.
Kiel to Hesse train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Hesse train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
The distance between Kiel and Hesse is 419.6 km. The road distance is 604 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €110–270 and the journey takes 5h 44m.