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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €10 - €16 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Hanover is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kiel central bus station station and arriving at Hanover central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Kiel to Hanover?

The distance between Kiel and Hanover is 285 km. The road distance is 248.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Hanover without a car is to train via Hamburg which takes 2h 49m and costs €50 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Kiel to Hanover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Hanover bus from?

Kiel to Hanover bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kiel central bus station.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Hanover train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Hanover?

The best way to get from Kiel to Hanover is to train via Hamburg which takes 2h 49m and costs €50 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Kiel to Hanover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kiel to Hanover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Hanover is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Kiel to Hanover.

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

Book your Kiel to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kiel to Hanover?

Book your Kiel to Hanover bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1399+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Hanover?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kiel to Hanover 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 via Hamburg
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 25 / ...
2h 49m
€50–204
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kiel to Hanoverrideshare 247.9 km
3h 3m
€10–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hanover central bus stationbus 198 / ...
4h 15m
€18–30
Drive 248.2 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Hanovercar 248.2 km
2h 18m
€36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 22
3h 16m
€50–160

Kiel to Hanover by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285.1 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kiel central bus station to Hanover central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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