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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Gothenburg is to train which costs 850 kr - 2500 kr and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Gothenburg is to drive which takes 6h 54m and costs 1300 kr - 2000 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Gothenburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Gothenburg. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalen via Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Kiel and Gothenburg?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Kiel Schwedenkai and arriving at Goteborg Majnabbe Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Gothenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Gothenburg station. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Molndal station via Neumuenster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Kiel to Gothenburg?

The distance between Kiel and Gothenburg is 785 km. The road distance is 707.2 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Kiel to Gothenburg?

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Gothenburg without a car is to train which takes 9h 21m and costs 850 kr - 2500 kr.

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

It takes approximately 9h 21m to get from Kiel to Gothenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Gothenburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Gothenburg train from?

Kiel to Gothenburg train services, operated by Snälltåget, depart from Neumuenster station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Gothenburg?

The best way to get from Kiel to Gothenburg is to train which takes 9h 21m and costs 850 kr - 2500 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 650 kr - 2100 kr and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Kiel to Gothenburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kiel to Gothenburg train arrive?

Kiel to Gothenburg train services, operated by Snälltåget, arrive at Molndal station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Gothenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Gothenburg is 707 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Kiel to Gothenburg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gothenburg?

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Kiel to Gothenburg - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Kiel to Gothenburg by train, bus, ferry, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neumuenster to Molndal stationtrain Ic / ...
9h 21m
kr 895–2,463
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Copenhagen Busterminalbus N74 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminal to Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalenbus 600 / ...
10h 30m
kr 673–2,055
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Kiel Schwedenkai to Goteborg Majnabbe Terminalferry 0
15h 30m
kr 1,500–2,200
Drive 707.2 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Gothenburgcar 707.2 km
6h 54m
kr 1,329–1,919
Train via Copenhagen
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Schleswigtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Schleswig to København Htrain Ece / ...
3. Take the train from Köpenhamn H to Göteborg Centralstationtrain
9h 31m
kr 1,277–2,156
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)plane HAM - GOT
7h 31m
kr 1,182–4,649
Train, train to Copenhagen Airport, fly to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Schleswigtrain
2. Take the train from Schleswig to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
3. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)plane CPH - GOT
7h 41m
kr 1,404–3,800
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Copenhagen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)plane HAM - CPH
3. Take the train from Copenhagen Lufthavn to Göteborg Centralstationtrain
7h 50m
kr 1,609–5,409

Kiel to Gothenburg by train and bus

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Distance: 784.8 km
Duration: 9h 21m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Gothenburg, Sweden?

Snälltåget operates a train from Neumuenster to Molndal station once daily. Tickets cost kr 800–2,100 and the journey takes 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Göteborg Nils Ericsonterminalen via Copenhagen Busterminal and Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminal in around 10h 30m.

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