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

The cheapest way to get from Vechta to Kiel is to train and bus which costs €28 - €85 and takes 5h 55m.

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 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 45m.

How far is it from Vechta to Kiel?

The distance between Vechta and Kiel is 283 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 45m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Vechta to Kiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vechta to Kiel train from?

Vechta to Kiel train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Vechta 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?

There are 1551+ hotels available in Kiel.

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

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

Train
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 45m
€38–109
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Diepholz to Bremen Hbftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Kiel central bus stationbus N74
5h 55m
€29–84
Drive 258.2 km
1. Drive from Vechta to Kielcar 258.2 km
2h 24m
€37–53
Train, bus via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Vechta to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg-Altonatrain 43 / ...
3. Take the bus from S Hamburg Airport to Kiel ZOBbus
6h 20m
€52–93

Vechta to Kiel by train

130Weekly Trains

3h 45mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 283.4 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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 45m.

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