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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Tallinn is to train and fly which costs €95 - €340 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Tallinn is to train and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs €95 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Tallinn?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Tallinn station. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Tallinn, Bus Station via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Tallinn?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Tallinn. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Tallinn via Hamburg Hbf, Bützow, Bahnhof, Szczecin Glowny, Warszawa Zachodnia and Vilnius. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 56m.

How far is it from Kiel to Tallinn?

The distance between Kiel and Tallinn is 1233 km. The road distance is 1642.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Tallinn without a car is to bus which takes 29h 25m and costs €150 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Kiel to Tallinn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Tallinn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Tallinn train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Tallinn?

The best way to get from Kiel to Tallinn is to bus which takes 29h 25m and costs €150 - €280. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €230 - €700 and takes 34h 56m.

Where does the Kiel to Tallinn bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kiel and Tallinn?

Tallinn is 1h ahead of Kiel. It is currently 8:16 PM in Kiel and 9:16 PM in Tallinn.

Where does the Kiel to Tallinn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Tallinn?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Tallinn is 1643 km. It takes approximately 19h 52m to drive from Kiel to Tallinn.

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

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

Where can I stay near Tallinn?

There are 1337+ hotels available in Tallinn.

Kiel to Tallinn - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car ferry, and ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Kiel to Tallinn by train, plane, bus, car ferry, ferry, or car

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Train, fly to Lennart Meri International Airport
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1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)plane HAM - TLL
5h 48m
€99–337
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 050 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Tallinn, Bus Stationbus N1206
29h 25m
€158–273
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Neumuenster to Stockholm Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Stockholm to Tallinncarferry
29h 37m
€237–558
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bützow, Bahnhoftrain 33 / ...
3. Take the train from Bützow, Bahnhof to Szczecin Glownytrain Re4
4. Take the train from Szczecin Glowny to Warszawa Zachodniatrain Ic
5. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Vilniaus geležinkelio stotistrain
6. Take the train from Vilnius to Tallinntrain 889
34h 56m
€238–686
Train, fly to Helsinki Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane HAM - HEL
3. Take the ferry from Helsinki Terminal 2 to Tallinnferry
9h 51m
€138–364
Drive 1,642.6 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Tallinncar 1,642.6 km
19h 52m
€261–377

Kiel to Tallinn by bus

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Distance: 1,232.7 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Kiel, Germany and Tallinn, Estonia?

You can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Tallinn, Bus Station via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof in around 29h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Tallinn via Hamburg Hbf, Bützow, Bahnhof, Szczecin Glowny, Warszawa Zachodnia, and Vilnius in around 34h 56m.

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