How to Get from Hanover to Kiel
Hanover to Kiel is 217 km in a straight line. The trip takes 4h 05m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Hanover to Kiel by price and travel time (route calculated on 31 October 2026).
- First bus at 15:50, last at 20:05
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 Hanover to Kiel. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 05m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 217 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
217 km in a straight line
Hanover to Kiel: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Hanover central → Kiel centralbus
FlixBus·4h 05m
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 Hanover to Kiel
FlixBus publishes departures from 15:50 to 20:05.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 15:50 | 20:05 |
All departures
- 15:50
- 16:10
- 16:50
- 17:10
- 17:50
- 19:05
- 20:05
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, Sep 21.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Hanover to Kiel Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 31 October 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Hanover central to Kiel central, about 4h 5m. In total it's roughly €17 over 4h 5m, direct, no transfers.
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Hanover to Kiel: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Hanover to Kiel?
Routavio's route check on 31 October 2026 puts the most useful route at about 4h 05m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Hanover to Kiel?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 15:50 and the last at 20:05, from Hanover central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Hanover to Kiel leave from?
Hanover central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Kiel from Hanover?
About 217 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Hanover to Kiel cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €17. 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 Hanover to Kiel?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Hanover 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
Route calculated: 31 Oct 2026