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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Bus | Kiel | HAM Airport | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Kiel to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kiel and Hamburg?
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
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg?
The average bus travel time from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kiel to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Kiel to Hamburg at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kiel to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg?
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 Kiel to Hamburg?
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 Kiel to Hamburg?
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 Kiel to Hamburg?
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.
The cheapest trip from Kiel to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kiel to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $34 for a bus ticket from Kiel to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-03.
