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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Wilhelmshaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Wilhelmshaven. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Wilhelmshaven Valoisstraße/Hbf via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Wilhelmshaven?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Wilhelmshaven Hbf via Hamburg Hbf, Bremen Hbf and Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven?

The distance between Kiel and Wilhelmshaven is 318 km. The road distance is 269.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven without a car is to train via Oldenburg which takes 4h 12m and costs €70 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Wilhelmshaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Wilhelmshaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven?

The best way to get from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven is to train via Oldenburg which takes 4h 12m and costs €70 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Kiel to Wilhelmshaven bus arrive?

Kiel to Wilhelmshaven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Where does the Kiel to Wilhelmshaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Wilhelmshaven is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Wilhelmshaven?

There are 3080+ hotels available in Wilhelmshaven.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven?

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

Kiel to Wilhelmshaven - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kiel to Wilhelmshaven by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via Oldenburg
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbftrain Rs3
4. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Wilhelmshaven Hbftrain Rs3
4h 12m
€73–171
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kiel to Wilhelmshavenrideshare 268.9 km
3h 45m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus N74
2. Take the bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Oldenburg central bus stationbus 144 / ...
3. Take the bus from Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB to Wilhelmshaven Valoisstraße/Hbfbus
7h 39m
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Wilhelmshaven Hbftrain Rs3
4h 40m
€66–142
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Dammtortrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Wilhelmshaven Hbftrain Rs3
5h 10m
€66–141
Drive 269.2 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Wilhelmshavencar 269.2 km
3h 27m
€40–58

Kiel to Wilhelmshaven by train

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Distance: 318.4 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Wilhelmshaven Hbf via Hamburg Hbf, Bremen Hbf, and Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Wilhelmshaven Valoisstraße/Hbf via Bremen Fernbusterminal and Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB in around 7h 39m.

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