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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Soltau is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Soltau is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Soltau?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Soltau. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Soltau(Han) via Hamburg Hbf and Buchholz(Nordheide). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Kiel to Soltau?

The distance between Kiel and Soltau is 184 km. The road distance is 171.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Soltau without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Kiel to Soltau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Soltau train from?

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

Where does the Kiel to Soltau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Soltau?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Soltau is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Kiel to Soltau.

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

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Where can I stay near Soltau?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Buchholz(Nordheide) to Soltau(Han)train Rb
2h 51m
€39–130
Drive 171.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kiel to Soltaucar 171.7 km
1h 35m
€25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 050 / ...
2. Take the train from Buchholz(Nordheide) to Soltau(Han)train Rb
3h 13m
€27–62

Kiel to Soltau by train

265Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.2 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Soltau(Han) via Hamburg Hbf and Buchholz(Nordheide) in around 2h 51m.

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