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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Copenhagen is to bus which costs 240 kr - 370 kr and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Copenhagen is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs 550 kr - 800 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Copenhagen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kiel central bus station station and arriving at Copenhagen Busterminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Copenhagen?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Copenhagen. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at København H via Schleswig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Kiel to Copenhagen?

The distance between Kiel and Copenhagen is 428 km. The road distance is 399.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Copenhagen without a car is to train via Schleswig which takes 5h 11m and costs 480 kr - 850 kr.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Kiel to Copenhagen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Copenhagen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Copenhagen train from?

Kiel to Copenhagen train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Copenhagen?

The best way to get from Kiel to Copenhagen is to train via Schleswig which takes 5h 11m and costs 480 kr - 850 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 240 kr - 370 kr and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Kiel to Copenhagen bus arrive?

Kiel to Copenhagen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Copenhagen Busterminal station.

Where does the Kiel to Copenhagen train arrive?

Kiel to Copenhagen train services, operated by Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, arrive at Schleswig station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Copenhagen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Copenhagen is 399 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Kiel to Copenhagen.

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

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Kiel to Copenhagen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Schleswig
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Schleswigtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Schleswig to København Htrain Ece / ...
5h 11m
kr 482–833
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Copenhagen Busterminalbus N74 / ...
5h 20m
kr 240–370
Drive 399.2 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Copenhagencar 399.2 km
3h 47m
kr 551–795
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)plane HAM - CPH
4h 5m
kr 730–3,022
Train
1. Take the train from Neumuenster to Koebenhavn Htrain Ic / ...
5h 49m
kr 343–1,021

Kiel to Copenhagen by train

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Distance: 428.4 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Copenhagen, Denmark?

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to København H via Schleswig in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kiel central bus station to Copenhagen Busterminal once daily. Tickets cost kr 240–370 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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