The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Kiel
Cheapest price
9S$
Average price
10S$
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kiel will cost around 10S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 9S$.
Of the 6 buses that leave Hamburg for Kiel every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
FlixBus6:55 AM1h30Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:25 AMKiel, ZOB9 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:10 PM1h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof9:55 PMKiel, ZOB9 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:20 PM1h50Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof1:10 AMKiel, ZOB9 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus2:55 AM1h15Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:10 AMKiel, ZOB10 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:45 PM1h10Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport9:55 PMKiel, ZOB10 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:45 PM1h10Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport9:55 PMKiel, ZOB10 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus2:55 AM1h15Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:10 AMKiel, ZOB10 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:55 PM1h15Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport1:10 AMKiel, ZOB10 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:55 AM1h30Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:25 AMKiel, ZOB9 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:10 PM1h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof9:55 PMKiel, ZOB9 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hamburg to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 7S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 coach costs an average of 7S$, and a train costs an average of 7S$.
Distance: 83 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
10S$ Average Price Cheapest | 22S$ Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 coaches for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h45 | 9:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1h10 | 9:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h50 | 1:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1h15 | 1:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
FlixBus | 2:55 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h15 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 1h30 | 8:25 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Kiel
Buses from Hamburg to Kiel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 7S$ if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price 7S$ |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Hamburg to KielYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Kiel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as 7S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Kiel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Kiel by coach. 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 coach, 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Kiel
- 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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