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Today22 Jul
from US$59
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Next departures to Kiel

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: Kiel
    Destination location: Kiel
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 22 July at
    Destination city: Kiel
    Destination location: Kiel
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
    Arrival time: 22 July at
    Destination city: Kiel
    Destination location: Kiel
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Kiel

Bus
Average priceUS$32 - US$93Average duration6h 40m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$26 - US$181Average duration4h 57m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average priceUS$28 - US$45Average duration4h 20m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to Kiel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
4h 20mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Dortmund to Kiel: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration6h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance223 miles
Latest bus departure12:50

Dortmund to Kiel Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Kiel

  1. What's the distance between Dortmund and Kiel by coach?

    The journey from Dortmund to Kiel by coach covers an approximate distance of 224 miles (361 km).

  2. How can I get from Dortmund to Kiel without driving?

    You can reach Kiel from Dortmund by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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20/07
US$42
21/07
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US$34
23/07
US$29
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Kiel was searched and found on 23 Jul 2025 with a price of US$29

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

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$61 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-07-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Dortmund and Kiel!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Dortmund to Kiel, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Dortmund to Kiel will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Dortmund to Kiel while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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