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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Dortmund to Kiel

Cheapest
4 h 13 min
Car
486 km.
from $26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$59.80

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.90–$82.70

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$101.78
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.81–$36.90
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.90–$40.71
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$82.70
Train from Hamburg Dammtor to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.90–$41.98

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$43.26

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.36–$30.53
Train from Hamburg Dammtor to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$30.53

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.54–$25.45

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Eurobahn

Phone:
0180 6 9 27 37 27
Email:
Website:
eurobahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45

Airlines

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$57.25–$330.79

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Dortmund to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.13

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Kiel?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Kiel is to rideshare which costs $24.89 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Kiel?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Kiel is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Kiel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Kiel central bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Kiel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Kiel Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Kiel?

The distance between Dortmund and Kiel is 444 km. The road distance is 430.3 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Kiel without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Kiel without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $70.65 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Kiel?

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Kiel Hbf takes 3h 58m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Kiel bus from?

Dortmund to Kiel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Kiel train from?

Dortmund to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Kiel?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Kiel is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $70.65 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $51.09 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Dortmund to Kiel bus arrive?

Dortmund to Kiel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kiel central bus station.

Where does the Dortmund to Kiel train arrive?

Dortmund to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Kiel is 430 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Dortmund to Kiel.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Kiel?

Book your Dortmund to Kiel train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Kiel?

Book your Dortmund to Kiel bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kiel?

There are 1461+ hotels available in Kiel. Prices start at $45.80 per night.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Kiel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dortmund and Kiel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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