How much does a train ticket cost from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £82. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train journey time from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 297 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Kiel to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 30 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 21:23.

Train Kiel to Frankfurt am Main from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	14:02	Kiel Hbf	4h 58m	19:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	14:02	Kiel Hbf	4h 58m	19:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	Train	15:12	Kiel Hbf	4h 48m	20:00	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	15:23	Kiel Hbf	6h 15m	21:38	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	15:23	Kiel Hbf	6h 15m	21:38	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

297 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£36 - £91	Average duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £234	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£31 - £33	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £20

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £82. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train journey time from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 297 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Kiel to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 30 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 21:23.