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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Schwerin is to bus which costs €12 - €21 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Schwerin is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Schwerin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kiel central bus station station and arriving at Schwerin central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Schwerin?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Schwerin. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Schwerin Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Kiel to Schwerin?

The distance between Kiel and Schwerin is 145 km. The road distance is 151.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Schwerin without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €21.

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

The bus from Kiel central bus station to Schwerin central train station takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Schwerin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Schwerin train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Schwerin?

The best way to get from Kiel to Schwerin is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €180 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Kiel to Schwerin bus arrive?

Kiel to Schwerin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Schwerin central train station.

Where does the Kiel to Schwerin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Schwerin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Schwerin is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Kiel to Schwerin.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Schwerin?

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Kiel to Schwerin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kiel to Schwerin by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Schwerin central train stationbus 353 / ...
2h 25m
€12–21
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Schwerin Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
2h 44m
€42–178
Drive 151.5 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Schwerincar 151.5 km
1h 47m
€22–32

Kiel to Schwerin by bus

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Distance: 144.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Kiel central bus station to Schwerin central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Schwerin Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 44m.

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