The average train between Metz and Kiel takes 11h 23m and the fastest train takes 9h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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 4 times a day between Metz and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Kiel at 1:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Forbach and take an average of 11h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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15h 2m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Metz to Kiel? 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 Metz to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Kiel station via Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.
Metz to Kiel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Kiel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Metz to Kiel train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Kiel is 639.4 km. The road distance is 899 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Kiel Hbf via Forbach, Saarbruecken Hbf, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 9h 37m.