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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Detmold is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Detmold is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Hamburg Hbf, Hannover Hbf and Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Kiel to Detmold?

The distance between Kiel and Detmold is 394 km. The road distance is 336.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Detmold without a car is to train via Hamburg which takes 6h 23m and costs €75 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Kiel to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Detmold train from?

Kiel to Detmold train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Detmold?

The best way to get from Kiel to Detmold is to train via Hamburg which takes 6h 23m and costs €75 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Kiel to Detmold train arrive?

Kiel to Detmold train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Detmold is 336 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Kiel to Detmold.

How do I get a train ticket from Kiel to Detmold?

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Where can I stay near Detmold?

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Kiel to Detmold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kiel to Detmold by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Hamburg
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hbftrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBtrain 55 / ...
6h 23m
€75–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hanover central bus stationbus 198 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhofbus Dnipro
7h 56m
€40–65
Drive 336.4 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Detmoldcar 336.4 km
3h 17m
€48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hannover Hbftrain 22
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Altenbekentrain S5
6h 23m
Train via Verden
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rotenburg(Wuemme)train Rb / ...
3. Take the train from Nienburg(Weser) to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBtrain
8h 9m
€73–147

Kiel to Detmold by train

76Weekly Trains

6h 23mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Detmold, Germany?

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Detmold, Bahnhof via Hamburg Hbf, Hannover Hbf, and Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Detmold, Bahnhof via Hanover central bus station, Hannover Hbf, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, BI-Brackwede, Eisenbahnstraße, Bielefeld Hbf, and Bielefeld Hbf in around 7h 56m.

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