How to Get from Berlin to Kiel
Berlin to Kiel is 294 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 3h 30m by bus. The trip takes 4h 20m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Berlin to Kiel by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 03:40, last at 23:20
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Berlin to Kiel. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 50m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 294 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
294 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €31Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 4h 20m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €17Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 3h 30mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€31Our estimate, not a fare we saw4h 20m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€17Omio catalogue, Nov 93h 30m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Berlin to Kiel: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Berlin central → Kiel centralbus
FlixBus·4h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Berlin to Kiel
FlixBus publishes departures from 03:40 to 23:20.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 03:40 | 23:20 |
All departures
- 03:40
- 04:05
- 04:40
- 05:05
- 05:40
- 06:05
- 06:40
- 07:25
- 07:50
- 08:15
- 08:25
- 08:50
- 09:15
- 09:25
- 09:50
- 10:15
- 12:40
- 13:05
- 13:40
- 14:05
- 14:40
- 15:05
- 15:40
- 20:20
- 20:55
- 21:20
- 21:55
- 22:20
- 22:55
- 23:20
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
How the Trip from Berlin to Kiel Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Berlin central to Kiel central, about 4h 50m. In total it's roughly €20 over 4h 50m, direct, no transfers.
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Berlin to Kiel: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Kiel?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 4h 50m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Berlin to Kiel?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:40 and the last at 23:20, from Berlin Airport BER, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Berlin to Kiel leave from?
Berlin Airport BER with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Kiel from Berlin?
About 294 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Berlin to Kiel cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €20. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Berlin to Kiel?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Berlin to Kiel without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 05m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Kiel?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to Next
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026