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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Dresden Hbf | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Dresden Hbf | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Dresden Hbf | Kiel Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Dresden Neustadt Train Station | Kiel Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Kiel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden to Kiel by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Kiel?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Kiel start from $47. The average price for this train route is around $126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dresden to Kiel?
The average train ride duration from Dresden to Kiel is 7h 24m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Dresden to Kiel route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dresden to Kiel?
The earliest train departs from Dresden to Kiel at 7:31am. And the latest train departs at 10:15pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden to Kiel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Kiel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dresden to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Kiel was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Kiel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $222 for a train ticket from Dresden to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-14.
