How to Get from Kiel to Hamburg
Kiel to Hamburg is 85 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 50m by bus. The trip takes 1h 14m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Kiel to Hamburg by price and travel time (route calculated on 9 November 2026).
- First bus at 00:30, last at 22:25
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 Kiel to Hamburg. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 15m 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 10 | 1h 14m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €7Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 10 | 50mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€8Omio catalogue, Nov 101h 14m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€7Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 1050m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Kiel to Hamburg: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Kiel → Hamburgbus
FlixBus·1h 15m
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 Kiel to Hamburg
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:30 to 22:25.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 00:30 | 22:25 |
All departures
- 00:30
- 01:30
- 02:10
- 02:30
- 03:10
- 03:20
- 04:10
- 04:20
- 06:50
- 07:50
- 08:50
- 13:25
- 14:25
- 15:25
- 20:25
- 21:25
- 22:25
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 Tue, Nov 10.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, erixx, DB Regio AG Nord.
How the Trip from Kiel to Hamburg Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 9 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Kiel central to Hamburg, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €7 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
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Kiel to Hamburg: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Kiel to Hamburg?
Routavio's route check on 9 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 1h 15m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Kiel to Hamburg?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:30 and the last at 22:25, from Kiel central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Kiel to Hamburg leave from?
Kiel central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Hamburg from Kiel?
About 85 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Kiel to Hamburg cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €7. 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 Kiel to Hamburg?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, erixx, DB Regio AG Nord.
Can you get from Kiel to Hamburg without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Kiel to Hamburg?
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, erixx, DB Regio AG Nord
Route calculated: 9 Nov 2026