How much is the bus ticket from Kiel to Hamburg?

The cheapest coach tickets from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg?

The average bus journey time from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kiel to Hamburg?

The earliest bus departs from Kiel to Hamburg at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.

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

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

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 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.

Bus Kiel to Hamburg from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	Kiel	1h 30m	14:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 15m	05:40	HAM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 50m	06:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 15m	05:40	HAM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 50m	06:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	13:20	Kiel	1h 30m	14:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 50m	06:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 15m	05:40	HAM Airport	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	13:20	Kiel	1h 30m	14:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 15m	05:40	HAM Airport	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 50m	06:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Kiel	1h 30m	18:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 15m	05:40	HAM Airport	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Kiel	1h 50m	06:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Kiel	1h 30m	18:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	13:20	Kiel	1h 30m	14:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Kiel	1h 30m	18:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:20	Kiel	1h 30m	14:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Kiel	1h 15m	03:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Kiel	1h 30m	09:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Kiel	1h 30m	18:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Kiel to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

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 £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

1hAverage duration

54 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £34	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £36	Average duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £10	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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

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

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 by bus from Kiel to Hamburg

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 Kiel to Hamburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg?
The average bus journey time from Kiel to Hamburg 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 Kiel to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BUSSONE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kiel to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Kiel to Hamburg at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kiel to Hamburg?
A bus journey from Kiel to Hamburg 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 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Kiel to Hamburg?
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 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.

Best price found

26/11

£8

27/11

£8

Today

£11

29/11

£10

30/11

£10

01/12

£7

02/12

£6

03/12

£6

The cheapest trip from Kiel to Hamburg was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

To 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 £6 to £18 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 £6, which is on 2025-12-03.