Train from Stuttgart to Kiel: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Stuttgart to Kiel on 28 March
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 7 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 16mAverage duration
384 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£43 - £82Average duration16h 55m
16kg CO₂e
Average price£54 - £116Average duration7h 16m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Kiel?

    The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Kiel start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £64. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Kiel?

    The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Kiel is 7h 16m, covering a distance of 384 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 14m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Kiel route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Kiel?

    The earliest train from Stuttgart to Kiel departs at 13:23. And the latest train departs at 13:49.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Kiel?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Kiel?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Kiel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Kiel was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of £64

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

You can expect to pay from £64 to £184 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £110, which is on 2026-03-29.

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