The train between Leipzig and Kiel takes 4h 28m. There is at least one train per day from Leipzig to Kiel. 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 once daily between Leipzig and Kiel. The service departs Leipzig at 4:12 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Kiel at 20:40:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Kiel Hbf station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 28m.
Leipzig to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Kiel is 364 km. The road distance is 428 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Kiel Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €95–210 and the journey takes 4h 28m.