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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg is to bus and train which costs 160 kr - 280 kr and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs 260 kr - 390 kr.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Esbjerg?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Esbjerg. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Esbjerg St. via Schleswig and Kolding St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Kiel to Esbjerg?

The distance between Kiel and Esbjerg is 240 km. The road distance is 199.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 16m and costs 160 kr - 280 kr.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Kiel to Esbjerg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Esbjerg train from?

Kiel to Esbjerg train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Where does the Kiel to Esbjerg train arrive?

Kiel to Esbjerg train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, arrive at Schleswig station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Esbjerg?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Esbjerg is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kiel to Esbjerg.

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

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Where can I stay near Esbjerg?

There are 1485+ hotels available in Esbjerg.

Kiel to Esbjerg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kiel to Esbjerg by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Kolding bus stationbus 353 / ...
2. Take the train from Kolding St. to Esbjerg St.train Ic / ...
3h 16m
kr 166–276
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Schleswigtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Schleswig to Kolding St.train Ece / ...
3. Take the train from Kolding St. to Esbjerg St.train Ic / ...
4h 10m
Drive 199.7 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Esbjergcar 199.7 km
2h 19m
kr 266–385
Train via Tønder
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Husumtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tønder St. to Esbjerg St.train 030
5h 12m

Kiel to Esbjerg by bus and train

19Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

kr 166Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Esbjerg, Denmark?

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Esbjerg St. via Schleswig and Kolding St. in around 4h 10m.

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