Kiel to Bremen by train

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Overview: trains from Kiel to Bremen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Kiel to Bremen, 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 00:05 View journey
Last train 23:05 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 14m View journey
Distance (km) 162
Trains / day 64 View all
Cheapest journey €16.06 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 4m
Train operators 13

Kiel to Bremen train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Kiel to Bremen take around 2 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 162 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Kiel is scheduled to depart at around  00:05. The last departure is usually at around 23:05 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Kiel at around 01:05, with the last train leaving at around 23:05. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 64 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €16.06.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bremen, 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 Bremen.

Is there a direct train from Kiel to Bremen?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Kiel to Bremen 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 Kiel to Bremen?

The Kiel to Bremen train travel takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Kiel to Bremen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bremen leaving Kiel at around 00:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:05 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Kiel at around 01:05, with the final departure at 23:05.

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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.