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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Kiel

Composite routes from Essen to Kiel

Cheapest
4 h 27 min
Car
503 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
7h 10m
Once daily
$45.80–$63.61
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Eurowings
Website
Eurowings
Website
1h
Monday to Friday
$57.25–$330.79
Train operators
Found: 3
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
ÖBB EuroCity
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
4h 23m
Once daily
$89.06–$101.78
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
ÖBB EuroCity
Website
1h 7m
Once daily
$30.53–$43.26
+43 5 1717
+43 5 1717
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 14m
Hourly
$20.36–$30.53
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kiel is to bus which costs $39.13 - $54.35 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kiel is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Kiel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Kiel central bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kiel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kiel Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Essen to Kiel?

The distance between Essen and Kiel is 478 km. The road distance is 451.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kiel without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $76.09 - $86.96 .

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Kiel Hbf takes 4h 23m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kiel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Kiel train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Kiel?

The best way to get from Essen to Kiel is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $76.09 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $54.35 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Essen to Kiel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Kiel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kiel is 451 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Essen to Kiel.

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

Book your Essen to Kiel train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Essen 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.
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