Milan to Kiel by train
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Overview: trains from Milan to Kiel
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Travelling from Milan to Kiel by train
Want to know how to get from Milan to Kiel by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Milan to Kiel take around 12 hours and 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 987 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Milan is scheduled to depart at around 05:25. The last departure is usually at around 22:43 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Milan at around 05:43, with the last train leaving at around 22:43. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 13 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 55 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €495.89.
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 Milan to Kiel?
The journey between Milan and Kiel usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Milan to Kiel?
The Milan to Kiel train travel takes about 12 hours and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Milan to Kiel train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Kiel leaving Milan at around 05:25 and the last train leaving at around 22:43 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Milan at around 05:43, with the final departure at 22:43.
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