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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Kiel
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 27 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Kiel will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne for Kiel on Sun, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 434 km distance in an average of 9 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 9 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:35 PM8h50Cologne6:25 AMKiel€421One-way0 transfers- 3:05 AM9h55Cologne1:00 PMKiel€461One-way0 transfers
- 3:14 PM9h06Cologne12:20 AMKiel€481One-way0 transfers
- 2:05 AM9h55Cologne12:00 PMKiel€531One-way0 transfers
- 9:35 PM8h50Cologne6:25 AMKiel€421One-way0 transfers
- 3:14 PM9h06Cologne12:20 AMKiel€481One-way0 transfers
- 3:05 AM9h55Cologne1:00 PMKiel€461One-way0 transfers
- 2:05 AM9h55Cologne12:00 PMKiel€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 434 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €507 Average price |
8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Kiel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Kiel buses for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 12h05 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 8h56 | 1:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 8h50 | 8:25 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
| 2:05 AM Cologne | 9h55 | 12:00 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:05 AM Cologne | 9h55 | 1:00 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Kiel
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Buses from Cologne to Kiel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €19 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 434 km distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 434 km |
Average bus duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to KielYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Kiel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Kiel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Kiel by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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Popular bus stations from Cologne to Kiel
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