Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Kiel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Kiel 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 Essen to Kiel?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Kiel start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Kiel?
The average train journey time from Essen to Kiel is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 382 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Kiel route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Kiel?
The earliest train from Essen to Kiel departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 07:00.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Kiel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Kiel?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.