The average train between Kiel and Sterzing takes 16h 3m and the fastest train takes 12h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Sterzing. 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 4 times a day between Kiel and Sterzing. The earliest departure is at 4:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 6:05 PM which arrives into Sterzing at 2:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 16h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Sterzing? 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 Sterzing. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Sterzing station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 3m.
Kiel to Sterzing train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Sterzing train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.
Book your Kiel to Sterzing train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Trenitalia.
The distance between Kiel and Sterzing is 830.6 km. The road distance is 1,091 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch via Hamburg Hbf, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, München Hbf, and Brennero - Brenner in around 12h 57m.