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How to travel from Gothenburg Central to Kiel by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Gothenburg Central to Kiel? Look no further.
There are around 11 trains per day running between Gothenburg Central and Kiel, which usually take 11 hours 58 minutes to complete the 245 miles (395 km) journey. It can take as little as 10 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Kiel from Gothenburg Central, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. All or part of your journey will be on board a DB train, as they are the main operator of trains on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Gothenburg Central to Kiel if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Gothenburg Central to Kiel by train
| First train | 04:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 | |
| Departure station | Gothenburg Central | |
| Arrival station | Kiel | |
| Journey time | From 10h 2m | |
| Distance | 245 miles (395 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train and bus operators | Deutsche Bahn, Flixbus, Nettbuss |
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Gothenburg Central to Kiel
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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Cheap train tickets from Gothenburg Central to Kiel
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Gothenburg Central to Kiel by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.