How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Kiel start at R 185. The average price for this route is around R 207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 86 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Kiel 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 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 trip from Hamburg to Kiel produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What 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 11504 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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.

Bus Hamburg to Kiel from R 123 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	CheapestFastest
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	21:00	Kiel	No tags
Bus	23:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 50m	01:20	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	21:00	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	23:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 50m	01:20	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 35m	08:30	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	15:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 35m	08:30	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	15:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 35m	08:30	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	15:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 35m	08:30	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	15:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 35m	08:30	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	15:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Kiel on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:59	HAM Airport	1h 21m	01:20	Kiel	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 15m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
Bus	06:55	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 35m	08:30	Kiel	No tags
Bus	13:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Bus	15:45	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:58 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Kiel

We recommend carpooling

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 R 61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1hAverage duration

87 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 185 - R 576	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 163 - R 437	Average duration1h 7m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 61 - R 179	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Kiel?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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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

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BUSSONE

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Kiel by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Kiel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Kiel start at R 185. The average price for this route is around R 207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 86 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Kiel 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 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 trip from Hamburg to Kiel produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Kiel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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.

Best price found

13/12

R 187

14/12

R 218

Today

R 186

16/12

R 176

17/12

R 166

18/12

R 166

19/12

R 155

20/12

R 156

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Kiel was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 155

To 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 R 155 to R 445 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 R 155, which is on 2025-12-19.