What is the cheapest way to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main is to rideshare which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main is to train and fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €100 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kiel central bus station station and arriving at Frankfurt central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Kiel and Frankfurt am Main is 610 km. The road distance is 573.3 km.

How do I travel from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

The best way to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €110 - €480.

How long does it take to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt South Station takes 4h 52m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Frankfurt am Main bus from?

Kiel to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kiel central bus station.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Frankfurt am Main train from?

Kiel to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The best way to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €110 - €480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Kiel to Frankfurt am Main bus arrive?

Kiel to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Kiel to Frankfurt am Main train arrive?

Kiel to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt (Main) Süd station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Frankfurt am Main is 573 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main.

How do I get a train ticket from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Kiel to Frankfurt am Main train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Kiel to Frankfurt am Main bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt am Main?

There are 1571+ hotels available in Frankfurt am Main.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

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

Kiel to Frankfurt am Main - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

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There are 9 ways to get from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main by train, bus, night train, car, car train, rideshare, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Südtrain 22
4h 52m
€110–480
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kiel to Frankfurtrideshare 571.1 km
6h 25m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 198
9h 5m
€50–85
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Bordesholm to Hamburg Dammtortrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the nighttrain from Hamburg Dammtor to Frankfurt(Main)Suednighttrain Nj
9h 12m
€61–158
Drive 573.3 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Frankfurt am Maincar 573.3 km
4h 51m
€81–117
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Kiel to Lüneburgcar
2. Take the cartrain from Lüneburg to Frankfurtcartrain
6h 39m
€115–148
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurttrain 11 / ...
8h 20m
€170–734
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
4h 17m
€101–274
Train, train to Hannover Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAJ - FRA
5h 58m
€153–510

Kiel to Frankfurt am Main by train

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Distance: 610 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Frankfurt am Main, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Kiel Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd twice a week. Tickets cost €110–480 and the journey takes 4h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kiel central bus station to Frankfurt central train station once daily. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 9h 5m.

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