The average train between Trier and Kiel takes 9h 22m and the fastest train takes 8h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Trier 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 every 4 hours between Trier and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 4:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Trier is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Kiel at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 9h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Trier 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 Trier to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Kiel station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.
Trier to Kiel train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Kiel train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
Book your Trier to Kiel train tickets online with Luxembourg Railways (CFL), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Trier and Kiel is 560.5 km. The road distance is 744 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof, Köln Hbf, and Hamburg Hbf in around 8h 43m.