Hamburg Airport to Kiel train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Hamburg Airport to Kiel by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Hamburg Airport to Kiel take around 1 hour and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 76 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:12. The last departure is usually at around 20:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg Airport at around 07:52, with the last train leaving at around 20:32. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 30 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €31.71.

We think any time is a great time to visit Kiel, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Kiel.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg Airport to Kiel?

The journey between Hamburg Airport and Kiel usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Hamburg Airport to Kiel every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg Airport to Kiel?

The Hamburg Airport to Kiel train travel takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg Airport to Kiel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Kiel leaving Hamburg Airport at around 00:12 and the last train leaving at around 20:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg Airport at around 07:52, with the final departure at 20:32.