How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Kiel?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Kiel start from A$14. The average price for this train route is around A$109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Kiel?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Kiel is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Kiel route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 39 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Kiel?

The earliest train from Berlin to Kiel departs at 06:03. And the latest train departs at 23:16.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Kiel?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Kiel?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Kiel?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

Train Berlin to Kiel from A$35 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 20 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:10	Berlin Hbf	2h 51m	22:01	Kiel Hbf	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	08:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 39m	11:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	12:48	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 52m	16:40	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost + erixx	14:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 10m	20:16	Kiel Hbf	No tags
Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost + erixx	14:25	Berlin Hbf	5h 51m	20:16	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 21 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:09	Berlin Hbf	3h 43m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	Cheapest
	19:10	Berlin Hbf	2h 51m	22:01	Kiel Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	21:55	Kiel	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 45m	11:01	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	08:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 39m	11:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 22 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 46m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	18:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 27m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + erixx	19:48	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 28m	00:16	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 46m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 23 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 46m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	18:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 27m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + erixx	19:48	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 28m	00:16	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 46m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 24 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	21:55	Kiel	Cheapest
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:55	Berlin Südkreuz	6h	21:55	Kiel	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 46m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags
Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Regio Nordost + erixx	06:21	Berlin Hbf	5h 55m	12:16	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 25 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:09	Berlin Hbf	3h 43m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	Cheapest
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:06	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 46m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	18:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 27m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + erixx	19:48	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 28m	00:16	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 26 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:55	Berlin Südkreuz	6h	21:55	Kiel	Cheapest
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	21:55	Kiel	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 36m	09:52	Kiel Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	18:13	Berlin Ostbahnhof	3h 27m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 27 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:31	Spandau	5h 24m	21:55	Kiel	Cheapest
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:18	Hauptbahnhof	5h 37m	21:55	Kiel	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nord	06:58	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 23m	11:21	Kiel Hbf	No tags
	18:34	Berlin Hbf	3h 6m	21:40	Kiel Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Kiel

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just A$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

296 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceA$32 - A$150	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceA$14 - A$427	Average duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Kiel by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Kiel?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Kiel start from A$14. The average price for this train route is around A$109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Kiel?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Kiel is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Kiel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 39 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Kiel?
The earliest train from Berlin to Kiel departs at 06:03. And the latest train departs at 23:16.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Kiel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Kiel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/06

A$234

19/06

A$176

Today

A$109

21/06

A$99

22/06

A$86

23/06

A$104

24/06

A$121

25/06

A$138

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Kiel was searched and found on 22 Jun 2026 with a price of A$86

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Kiel as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from A$86 to A$263 for a train ticket from Berlin to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$86, which is on 2026-06-22.