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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kiel Hbf is to rideshare which costs €27 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kiel Hbf is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Kiel Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Kiel Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Kiel central bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kiel Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kiel Hbf. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kiel Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Kiel Hbf is 544 km. The road distance is 507.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kiel Hbf without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €95 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Cologne to Kiel Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kiel Hbf bus from?

Cologne to Kiel Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kiel Hbf train from?

Cologne to Kiel Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Kiel Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kiel Hbf is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €95 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Cologne to Kiel Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Kiel Hbf train arrive?

Cologne to Kiel Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kiel Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kiel Hbf is 508 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Cologne to Kiel Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Kiel Hbf?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Kiel Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Kiel Hbf?

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

Cologne to Kiel Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Kiel Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain Re70 / ...
5h 31m
€99–426
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Kielrideshare 507.5 km
6h 12m
€27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Kiel central bus stationbus N74
10h 4m
€43–76
Drive 507.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kiel Hbfcar 507.6 km
4h 16m
€72–104
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain
4h 32m
€113–340
Train via Bordesholm
1. Take the train from Cologne Central Station to Hamburg Central Stationtrain Flx20
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bordesholmtrain Re70 / ...
5h 53m
€58–95
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain
5h
€127–410

Cologne to Kiel Hbf by train

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Distance: 544 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Kiel Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Kiel Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Kiel central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 8h 50m.

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