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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Kiel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Stuttgart to Kiel?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Kiel start from €53. The average price for this train route is around €127. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Kiel?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Kiel is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 619 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Kiel route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
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 13:23.
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 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
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 5.0.
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 FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Kiel was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €106To 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 €106 to €226 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 €106, which is on 2026-01-25.