Train from Stuttgart to Kiel: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Stuttgart to Kiel on 20 March
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Kiel HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Stuttgart Hbf
Kiel HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Stuttgart Hbf
Kiel HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Stuttgart Hbf
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart 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 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
16h 55mAverage duration
611 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€49 - €94Average duration16h 55m
15kg CO₂e
Average price€62 - €147Average duration7h 14m
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 €62. The average price for this train route is around €131. 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 14m, covering a distance of 619 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 17m 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 07:23. 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 15 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 2.8 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.

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