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

Composite routes from Essen to Kiel

Cheapest
4 h 25 min
Car
509 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.80–$63.61

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

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.06–$101.78
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.90–$40.71
Train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$76.34–$89.06
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 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

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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