The average train between Kiel and Trier takes 9h 27m and the fastest train takes 8h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel to Trier. 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 hourly between Kiel and Trier. The earliest departure is at 3:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Trier at 11:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 9h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kiel to Trier? 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 Trier. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Trier station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.
Kiel to Trier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Trier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Kiel to Trier train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Süwex.
The distance between Kiel and Trier is 560.5 km. The road distance is 745 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf, Köln Hbf, and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 25m.