The average train between Kiel and Vechta takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel to Vechta. 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 Vechta. The earliest departure is at 3:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Vechta at 1:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Vechta? 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 Vechta. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Vechta station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Kiel to Vechta train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Vechta train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Vechta station.
Book your Kiel to Vechta train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Vechta is 215.4 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Vechta via Hamburg Hbf and Bremen Hbf in around 3h 59m.