How to Get from Hamburg to Kiel
Hamburg to Kiel is 85 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 50m by bus. The trip takes 1h 07m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Hamburg to Kiel by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 00:55, last at 22:55
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 Hamburg to Kiel. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 10m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 85 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
85 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €8Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 1h 07m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €7Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 50mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€8Omio catalogue, Nov 91h 07m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€7Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 950m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Hamburg to Kiel: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Hamburg → Kielbus
FlixBus·1h 10m
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 Hamburg to Kiel
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:55 to 22:55.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 00:55 | 22:55 |
All departures
- 00:55
- 01:55
- 02:55
- 04:55
- 05:15
- 05:55
- 06:15
- 06:55
- 08:30
- 09:30
- 10:30
- 18:10
- 18:30
- 18:45
- 19:05
- 19:10
- 19:30
- 19:45
- 20:05
- 20:10
- 21:20
- 21:55
- 22:20
- 22:55
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, erixx.
How the Trip from Hamburg to Kiel Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Hamburg to Kiel central, about 1h 10m. In total it's roughly €6 over 1h 10m, direct, no transfers.
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Hamburg to Kiel: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Kiel?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 1h 10m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Hamburg to Kiel?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:55 and the last at 22:55, according to the published timetable.
How far is Kiel from Hamburg?
About 85 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Hamburg to Kiel cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €6. 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 Hamburg to Kiel?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, erixx.
Can you get from Hamburg to Kiel without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Hamburg 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.
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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, erixx
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026