Kiel to Schleswig by train

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Overview: trains from Kiel to Schleswig

Find the key information for travelling by train from Kiel to Schleswig, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:03 View journey
Last train 19:03 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 48m View journey
Distance (km) 44
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey AU$43.80 View journey
Avg journey time 52m
Train operators 4

Going from Kiel to Schleswig by train

About to set off from Kiel to Schleswig by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Kiel and Schleswig: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$43.80, then go to AU$43, if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Kiel to Schleswig departure timetable

On this route, 18 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Kiel at 00:03 and the last leaving at 19:03 during the week.

For weekend travel to Schleswig, the earliest departure is at 00:03 and the last one is at 19:03. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 56 minutes.

How long does the train from Kiel to Schleswig take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 48 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 44 kilometres.

When do tickets between Kiel and Schleswig go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Kiel and Schleswig 8 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your trip to Schleswig

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Schleswig.

FAQs about the train journey from Kiel to Schleswig

Want to know more about your journey from Kiel to Schleswig? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Kiel and Schleswig is 44 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.