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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Kiel central bus station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Hamburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$56.96–$329.10
Plane from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$455.68
Plane from Bremen Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$392.39

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Hamburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$56.96–$329.10

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$886.04

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$58.23

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.38–$69.62

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Kiel Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.26–$113.92
Train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.71–$41.77
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.60–$101.26
Train from Hamburg Dammtor to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$94.93
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$31.64
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.57–$51.90
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$43.04

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$58.23
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

metronom

Phone:
+49 581 97164164
Email:
Website:
der-metronom.de/
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Kiel to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Kiel to Cologne?

The distance between Kiel and Cologne is 539 km. The road distance is 508.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $86.96 - $97.83 .

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

The train from Kiel Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 5h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Kiel to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $86.96 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Kiel to Cologne bus arrive?

Kiel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Kiel to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Cologne is 508 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Kiel to Cologne.

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

Book your Kiel to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1609+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $44.10 per night.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Cologne?

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