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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Kiel | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Kiel | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | HAM Airport | Kiel | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Kiel | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Kiel | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Kiel
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 £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Kiel?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamburg to Kiel
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Kiel start from £9. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Kiel?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Kiel is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Kiel route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Kiel?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Kiel at 02:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Kiel?
A bus journey from Hamburg to Kiel produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Kiel?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Kiel was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £6To 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 £6 to £20 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 £6, which is on 2025-12-02.
