Antwerp to Kiel Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Antwerp, Belgium to Kiel, Germany. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 740.3 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 6.2 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 3.1 days; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-September; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 740.3 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Antwerp to Kiel. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 165% longer than the 279 nm direct line, its heading turning from northwest to southwest. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance: 740.3 nm (1371.1 km)
Direct line: 279.4 nm165% longer
Great-circle bearing: 46° (northeast)
Geographic extent: 6.6° × 7.7°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
From: Antwerp (Belgium) 51.2194, 4.4025
To: Kiel (Germany) 54.3233, 10.1394
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	6.2 days
8 kn	3.9 days
10 kn	3.1 days
12 kn	2.6 days

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Antwerp to Kiel Route

Linking Antwerp and Kiel, this extended offshore cross-border crossing between two major harbours sits in the Northern Europe region — a passage shaped by persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.

The lane links Antwerp (Belgium) and Kiel (Germany), between neighbouring ports of the same region.

Navigation Tips

•A extended offshore cross-border passage in the Northern Europe region typically requires planning for persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.
•A extended offshore leg in Northern Europe benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this cross-border crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a extended offshore leg in Northern Europe.
•Documentation requirements differ for cross-border passages between neighbouring ports of the same region; verify cruising permits in advance.

Suggested Stops

On a long 740.3 nm passage from Antwerp to Kiel, these ports make convenient places to break the journey, refuel, and rest.

Harlingen (Netherlands) · ≈168.1 nm in — View port details
Hirtshals (Denmark) · ≈487.4 nm in — View port details

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Antwerp to Kiel by sea?

Approximately 740.3 nautical miles separate Antwerp and Kiel by sea, making this a extended offshore leg in Northern Europe.

How long does it take to sail from Antwerp to Kiel?

Expect about 3.1 days – 6.2 days for a extended offshore run of 740.3 nautical miles between neighbouring ports of the same region.

What's the best time to sail from Antwerp to Kiel?

Peak sailing season here is May-September; year-round, Northern Europe routes contend with persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.

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