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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Schwerin to Kiel is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Schwerin and Kiel?

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

Is there a direct train between Schwerin and Kiel?

No, there is no direct train from Schwerin to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Schwerin Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Schwerin to Kiel?

The distance between Schwerin and Kiel is 146 km. The road distance is 152.2 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Schwerin to Kiel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schwerin to Kiel train from?

Schwerin to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Schwerin Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Schwerin to Kiel?

The best way to get from Schwerin to Kiel is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €180 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Schwerin to Kiel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schwerin to Kiel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schwerin to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Schwerin to Kiel is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Schwerin to Kiel.

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

Book your Schwerin to Kiel train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Kiel?

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

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1. Take the bus from Schwerin central train station to Kiel central bus stationbus 353 / ...
2h 25m
€12–21
Train
1. Take the train from Schwerin Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2h 33m
€42–179
Drive 152.2 km
1. Drive from Schwerin to Kielcar 152.2 km
1h 45m
€22–32

Schwerin to Kiel by bus

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Distance: 145.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Schwerin central train station to Kiel central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schwerin Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 33m.

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