How to Get from Kiel to Lübeck
Kiel to Lübeck is 61 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 40m by bus. The trip takes 1h 36m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Kiel to Lübeck by price and travel time (route calculated on 5 November 2026).
- 40 train departures a day with erixx
- First train at 04:05, last at 23:43
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 Lübeck. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 05m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 61 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
61 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €34Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 1h 36mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €5Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 40mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€34Omio catalogue, Nov 91h 36m · directSee Train details
- Bus€5Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 940m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Kiel to Lübeck: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Kiel → Lübeckbus
FlixBus·1h 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 Kiel to Lübeck
erixx runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:05 and the last at 23:43.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| erixxtrain | 40 | 04:05 | 23:43 |
| FlixBusbus | · | 03:20 | 14:20 |
All departures erixx
- 04:05
- 04:43
- 05:05
- 05:43
- 06:05
- 06:43
- 07:05
- 07:43
- 08:05
- 08:43
- 09:05
- 09:43
- 10:05
- 10:43
- 11:05
- 11:43
- 12:05
- 12:43
- 13:05
- 13:43
- 14:05
- 14:43
- 15:05
- 15:43
- 16:05
- 16:43
- 17:05
- 17:43
- 18:05
- 18:43
- 19:05
- 19:43
- 20:05
- 20:43
- 21:05
- 21:43
- 22:05
- 22:43
- 23:05
- 23:43
All departures FlixBus
- 03:20
- 04:20
- 05:25
- 06:25
- 13:20
- 14:20
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, erixx.
How the Trip from Kiel to Lübeck Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 5 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Kiel central to Lübeck, about 1h 5m. In total it's roughly €6 over 1h 5m, direct, no transfers.
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Kiel to Lübeck: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Kiel to Lübeck?
Routavio's route check on 5 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 1h 05m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first train from Kiel to Lübeck?
The first train with erixx leaves at 04:05 and the last at 23:43, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Kiel to Lübeck?
Routavio's timetable check shows 40 train departures a day with erixx, between 04:05 and 23:43.
When is the first bus from Kiel to Lübeck?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:20 and the last at 14:20, according to the published timetable.
How far is Lübeck from Kiel?
About 61 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Kiel to Lübeck 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 Kiel to Lübeck?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, erixx.
What is the cheapest way to get from Kiel to Lübeck?
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
Route calculated: 5 Nov 2026