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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Kiel
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kiel will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 11 buses that leave Hamburg for Kiel on Sat, Dec 20, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 83 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Kiel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Kiel buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h30 | 1:45 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:45 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h30 | 4:15 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h30 | 8:00 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h50 | 12:20 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 20 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:55 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h15 | 3:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:55 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h35 | 7:30 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Kiel
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Buses from Hamburg to Kiel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 83 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to KielYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Kiel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Kiel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.
When departing from Hamburg, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. When arriving in Kiel, you can end your journey in coach stations like Kiel, ZOB, Kiel, Interims-ZOB and Kiel central bus station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kiel, ZOB, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Kiel
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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