What is the distance between Stuttgart and Kiel?

The distance between the two cities is 385 miles (621 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stuttgart to Kiel?

If you're headed to Kiel from Stuttgart, chances are that your bus will depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Stuttgart to Kiel from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Stuttgart to Kiel on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Vaihingen Bf	1d 1h	3:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Vaihingen Bf	18h 10m	5:00pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	STR Airport	16h 45m	3:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	STR Airport	17h 45m	5:00pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Kirchheim (Teck)	21h 45m	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Stuttgart to Kiel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

7h 50mAverage Duration

385 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $131	Average Duration18h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $192	Average Duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$50 - $51	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Kiel?

Stops in Stuttgart

A - Stuttgart Airport

B - Hbf

C - Obertürkheim

D - Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1

E - Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2

Stops in Kiel

A - Kiel (ZOB am Hbf)

B - Bushaltestelle Kiel

C - Raiffeisenstraße

D - Norwegenkai

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Kiel by bus

What is the distance between Stuttgart and Kiel?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stuttgart to Kiel?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$65

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The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Kiel was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $79 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-20.