What is the cheapest way to get from Germany to Kiel?

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Kiel is to rideshare which costs €13 - €20 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Germany to Kiel?

The fastest way to get from Germany to Kiel is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Kiel?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to Kiel station. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Grunerstr. and arriving at Kiel central bus station via Berlin Südkreuz train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Kiel?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Kiel. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Germany to Kiel?

The distance between Germany and Kiel is 391 km. The road distance is 348.4 km.

How do I travel from Germany to Kiel without a car?

The best way to get from Germany to Kiel without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Germany to Kiel?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Germany to Kiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Kiel bus from?

Germany to Kiel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Südkreuz train station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Kiel train from?

Germany to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Kiel?

The best way to get from Germany to Kiel is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €45 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Germany to Kiel bus arrive?

Germany to Kiel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kiel central bus station.

Where does the Germany to Kiel train arrive?

Germany to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kiel Hbf station.

Can I drive from Germany to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Kiel is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Germany to Kiel.

Where can I stay near Kiel?

There are 1552+ hotels available in Kiel.

Can I share a ride from Germany to Kiel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Germany and Kiel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Germany to Kiel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Germany to Kiel by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 8m
€38–128
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Kielrideshare 347.1 km
4h 6m
€13–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Kiel central bus stationbus N150 / ...
6h 52m
€21–43
Drive 348.4 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Kielcar 348.4 km
3h 19m
€50–72
Train via S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain Rj
4h 11m
€58–93
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Dammtortrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Kiel Hbftrain Re70 / ...
4h 19m
€49–134

Germany to Kiel by train

18Weekly Trains

4h 8mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 391.3 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Germany and Kiel, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Kiel Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Kiel central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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