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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg is to bus which costs 220 kr - 350 kr and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs 260 kr - 390 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Esbjerg?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Esbjerg. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at /Frodesgade / Torvegade v Esbjerg Rådhus via Vejle Trafikcenter and Billund Centret. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Esbjerg?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Esbjerg. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Esbjerg St. via Schleswig and Kolding St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Kiel to Esbjerg?

The distance between Kiel and Esbjerg is 259 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs 450 kr - 700 kr.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Kiel to Esbjerg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Esbjerg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Esbjerg train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Esbjerg?

The best way to get from Kiel to Esbjerg is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs 450 kr - 700 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 220 kr - 350 kr and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Kiel to Esbjerg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kiel to Esbjerg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Esbjerg?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Esbjerg is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kiel to Esbjerg.

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

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Kiel to Esbjerg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kiel to Esbjerg by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Schleswigtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Schleswig to Kolding St.train Ece / ...
3. Take the train from Kolding St. to Esbjerg St.train Ic / ...
4h 17m
kr 459–654
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Vejle Busterminalbus 353 / ...
2. Take the bus from Billund Centret to /Frodesgade / Torvegade v Esbjerg Rådhusbus 180
5h 23m
kr 228–345
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Esbjergcar 199.8 km
2h 19m
kr 270–389
Train via Tønder
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Husumtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tønder St. to Esbjerg St.train 030
5h 2m
kr 438–1,054

Kiel to Esbjerg by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

kr 459Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.8 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Esbjerg St. via Schleswig and Kolding St. in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to /Frodesgade / Torvegade v Esbjerg Rådhus via Vejle Busterminal, Vejle Trafikcenter, and Billund Centret in around 5h 23m.

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