How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Kiel start from $16. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Kiel?

The average bus travel time from Hamburg to Kiel is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 86 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Kiel route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BUSSONE .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hamburg to Kiel?

The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Kiel at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Kiel?

A bus trip from Hamburg to Kiel generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Kiel?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Kiel?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Kiel?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Kiel?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Hamburg to Kiel from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	11:59pm	HAM Airport	1h 21m	1:20am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	5:15pm	Kiel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:59pm	HAM Airport	1h 21m	1:20am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	5:15pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	11:59pm	HAM Airport	1h 21m	1:20am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 50m	1:20am	Kiel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	5:15pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	11:59pm	HAM Airport	1h 21m	1:20am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	5:15pm	Kiel	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Kiel on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	4:10am	Kiel	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:59pm	HAM Airport	1h 21m	1:20am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	2:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	5:15pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:36 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Kiel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

87 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $61	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $33	Average Duration1h 7m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $17	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Kiel?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
Visit page
B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
Visit page
C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
Visit page
D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Stops in Kiel

A
Kiel (ZOB am Hbf)
Holstenstraße 64, 24103 Kiel, Germany
B
Bushaltestelle Kiel
Kaistraße 100, 24114 Kiel, Germany
C
Raiffeisenstraße
Raiffeisenstraße 2, 24103 Kiel, Germany
D
Norwegenkai
Zur Fähre 1, 24143 Kiel, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BUSSONE

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Kiel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Kiel start from $16. The average price for this route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Kiel?
The average bus travel time from Hamburg to Kiel is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 86 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Kiel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BUSSONE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hamburg to Kiel?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Kiel at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Kiel?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Kiel generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Kiel?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Kiel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Kiel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$36

11-27

$14

Today

$17

11-29

$16

11-30

$17

12-01

$12

12-02

$11

12-03

$11

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Kiel was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Kiel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $36 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-02.