The average train between Kiel and Wels takes 14h 4m and the fastest train takes 11h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Wels. 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 3 times a day between Kiel and Wels. The earliest departure is at 2:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Wels at 2:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 14h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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18h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Wels? 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 Wels. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Wels station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.
Kiel to Wels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Wels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Wels Hbf station.
Book your Kiel to Wels train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and WESTbahn Gmbh.
The distance between Kiel and Wels is 735.9 km. The road distance is 1,134 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Wels Hbf via Hamburg Hbf, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, München Hbf, and Muenchen Hbf in around 11h 57m.