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Train Kiel → Wiesbaden

Schedule & travel time

6h 28m 489 km 14 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

6h 28m

Fastest time

7h 46m

Avg. duration

489

Kilometers

14

Trains per day

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By train from Kiel to Wiesbaden

An important rail connection: The train connection from Kiel to Wiesbaden is one of the notable rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 6h 28m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 489 kilometers and is served by about 14 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Kiel to Wiesbaden saves you about 54 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Kiel to Wiesbaden?

The fastest connection from Kiel to Wiesbaden takes 6h 28m. The average travel time is 7h 46m.

How many trains run daily from Kiel to Wiesbaden?

About 14 trains run daily on the Kiel - Wiesbaden route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Kiel to Wiesbaden?

The direct connection covers 489 km.

More interesting connections

Kiel → Flensburg
1h 15m80 km
Kiel → Hamburg
1h 08m85 km
Koblenz → Wiesbaden
1h 33m93 km
Frankfurt → Wiesbaden
35m38 km
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Return journey

Wiesbaden Kiel

More connections

Kiel → Flensburg1h 15mKiel → Hamburg1h 08mKiel → Lübeck1h 08mKiel → Berlin3h 55mKoblenz → Wiesbaden1h 33mFrankfurt → Wiesbaden35mBerlin → Wiesbaden4h 10m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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