The average train between Kiel and Leeds takes 15h 35m and the fastest train takes 13h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Leeds. 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 Leeds. The earliest departure is at 3:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Leeds at 4:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 15h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Leeds? 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 Leeds. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Leeds station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 35m.
Kiel to Leeds train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Leeds train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Kiel to Leeds train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Leeds is 763.8 km. The road distance is 1,433 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Leeds via Hamburg Hbf, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 14h 1m.