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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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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Kiel | CheapestFastest | |||||
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Kiel | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 €24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Kiel?
Stops in Dortmund
- ABrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , 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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Based on 12143 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at €29
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Kiel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Dortmund to Kiel start from €29. The average price for this route is around €47. 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 Dortmund to Kiel?
The average bus journey time from Dortmund to Kiel is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 359 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Kiel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dortmund to Kiel?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Kiel at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Kiel?
A bus journey from Dortmund to Kiel produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Kiel was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €27To 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 €27 to €47 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 €27, which is on 2026-01-28.