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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €3 - €9 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Hamburg is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kiel central bus station station and arriving at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Kiel to Hamburg?

The distance between Kiel and Hamburg is 108 km. The road distance is 95.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs €19 - €85.

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

The train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Hamburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Hamburg train from?

Kiel to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Hamburg?

The best way to get from Kiel to Hamburg is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs €19 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €14 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Kiel to Hamburg bus arrive?

Kiel to Hamburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Kiel to Hamburg train arrive?

Kiel to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Hamburg is 96 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Kiel to Hamburg.

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

Book your Kiel to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1590+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Hamburg?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
1h 14m
€19–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kiel to Hamburgrideshare 96.5 km
1h 34m
€3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 050 / ...
1h 30m
€8–14
Drive 95.8 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Hamburgcar 95.8 km
57 min
€14–20

Kiel to Hamburg by train

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Distance: 107.9 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Hamburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kiel central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof 4 times a day. Tickets cost €8–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route twice a week.

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