Train Stuttgart → Kiel
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Connection reliability
How likely you are to make a typical connection with a 10 min transfer.
Only 0 % of connections are caught; please consider an alternative.
| Train type | Reliability | Catch rate | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICE | Connection is risky, consider alternatives | 0 % | 5,164,882 |
| IC | Connection is risky, consider alternatives | 0 % | 750,095 |
Data last updated: 08/26/2026
By train from Stuttgart to Kiel
One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Stuttgart to Kiel is one of the most important long-distance routes rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 5h 46m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 619 kilometers and is served by about 5 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.
Infrastructure:Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
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 Stuttgart to Kiel saves you about 69 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 138 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Kiel?
The fastest connection from Stuttgart to Kiel takes 5h 46m. The average travel time is 6h 55m.
How many trains run daily from Stuttgart to Kiel?
About 5 trains run daily on the Stuttgart - Kiel route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Stuttgart to Kiel?
The direct connection covers 619 km.
How likely am I to catch my connection from Stuttgart to Kiel?
Only 0 % of connections are caught; please consider an alternative.
Which train is the most punctual on the Stuttgart–Kiel route?
There are not yet enough observations per train for Stuttgart–Kiel.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated:26/08/2026· Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
