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

The cheapest way to get from Vechta to Kiel is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vechta to Kiel is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Vechta and Kiel?

No, there is no direct bus from Vechta to Kiel station. However, there are services departing from Vechta ZOB and arriving at Kiel central bus station via Bremen Fernbusterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Vechta and Kiel?

No, there is no direct train from Vechta to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Vechta and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Bremen Hbf and Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Vechta to Kiel?

The distance between Vechta and Kiel is 284 km. The road distance is 258.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vechta to Kiel without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €70 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Vechta to Kiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vechta to Kiel bus from?

Vechta to Kiel bus services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Vechta ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Vechta to Kiel train from?

Vechta to Kiel train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Vechta station.

Train or bus from Vechta to Kiel?

The best way to get from Vechta to Kiel is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €70 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Vechta to Kiel bus arrive?

Vechta to Kiel bus services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz station.

Where does the Vechta to Kiel train arrive?

Vechta to Kiel train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Bremen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vechta to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Vechta to Kiel is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Vechta to Kiel.

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

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Where can I stay near Kiel?

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

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best
1. Take the train from Vechta to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain Re7
3h 40m
€72–277
Drive 258.2 km
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1. Drive from Vechta to Kielcar 258.2 km
2h 24m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vechta ZOB to Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platzbus Rb58
2. Take the bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Kiel central bus stationbus N74
6h 13m
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Vechta to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Dammtortrain 42 / ...
3. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Kiel Hbftrain Re7
4h 30m
€72–247

Vechta to Kiel by train

142Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283.5 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Vechta to Kiel Hbf via Bremen Hbf and Hamburg Hbf in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vechta ZOB to Kiel central bus station via Bremen Hauptbahnhof/Hugo-Schauinsland-Platz and Bremen Fernbusterminal in around 6h 13m.

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