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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Vechta is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Vechta is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Vechta?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Vechta. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Vechta ZOB via Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Vechta?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Vechta. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Vechta via Hamburg Hbf and Bremen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Kiel to Vechta?

The distance between Kiel and Vechta is 284 km. The road distance is 258 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Vechta without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €70 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Kiel to Vechta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Vechta bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Vechta train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Vechta?

The best way to get from Kiel to Vechta is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €70 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Kiel to Vechta bus arrive?

Kiel to Vechta bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Where does the Kiel to Vechta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Vechta?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Vechta is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Kiel to Vechta.

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

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Where can I stay near Vechta?

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There are 3 ways to get from Kiel to Vechta by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Vechtatrain
3h 56m
€71–278
Drive 258 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kiel to Vechtacar 258 km
2h 23m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus N74
2. Take the bus from Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz to Vechta ZOBbus Rb58
6h 18m

Kiel to Vechta by train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.6 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Vechta via Hamburg Hbf and Bremen Hbf in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Vechta ZOB via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz in around 6h 18m.

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