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

The cheapest way to get from Kolding to Kiel is to bus which costs €14 - €18 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolding to Kiel is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Kolding and Kiel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kolding bus station station and arriving at Kiel central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kolding and Kiel?

No, there is no direct train from Kolding to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Kolding St. and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Schleswig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Kolding to Kiel?

The distance between Kolding and Kiel is 171 km. The road distance is 170.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolding to Kiel without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs €14 - €18.

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

The bus from Kolding bus station to Kiel central bus station takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kolding to Kiel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kolding to Kiel train from?

Kolding to Kiel train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), depart from Kolding St. station.

Train or bus from Kolding to Kiel?

The best way to get from Kolding to Kiel is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs €14 - €18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Kolding to Kiel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kolding to Kiel train arrive?

Kolding to Kiel train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), arrive at Schleswig station.

Can I drive from Kolding to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolding to Kiel is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Kolding to Kiel.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Kiel?

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Kolding to Kiel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kolding to Kiel by bus, train (Deutsche Bahn), 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.

Bus
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1. Take the bus from Kolding bus station to Kiel central bus stationbus 353 / ...
2h 15m
€14–18
Train
1. Take the train from Kolding St. to Schleswigtrain Ece / ...
2. Take the train from Schleswig to Kiel Hbftrain Re
2h 40m
Drive 170.8 km
1. Drive from Kolding to Kielcar 170.8 km
1h 36m
€30–43

Kolding to Kiel by bus

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.3 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Kolding bus station to Kiel central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €14–18 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kolding St. to Kiel Hbf via Schleswig in around 2h 40m.

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