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Schifffahrtsmuseum Kiel
Maritime museum in a former fish auction hall. Highlights Kiel's naval, shipping, and harbor history in an atmospheric waterfront setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$27
Fastest journey on Sep 15
4 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
5 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 15
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Kiel will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 5 buses from Berlin to Kiel, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, while a flight costs an average of $819.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $819 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Kiel:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Kiel costing on average $98 (€80).
A bus is $773 (€629) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Kiel costing on average $819 (€666).
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Bus takes on average 5h 4m.
Tickets start at around $46 (€37) compared to roughly $65 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 5h 4m versus 4h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 06:31PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h39 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 08:31PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Kiel buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:55 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 5h15 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h50 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 4h30 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 5h20 | 3:10 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h55 | 3:10 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 5h50 | 8:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h15 | 8:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 4h55 | 8:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Berlin to Kiel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Kiel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kiel trip today.
Maritime museum in a former fish auction hall. Highlights Kiel's naval, shipping, and harbor history in an atmospheric waterfront setting.
Open-air museum site near Kiel with historic rural buildings and cultural exhibitions. Worth visiting for regional architecture and traditions.
Art museum of Kiel University with European paintings, prints, and sculptures. A strong stop for classical and modern art near the fjord.
Kiel's central waterfront promenade. Ideal for harbor walks, ferry watching, events, and easy access to shops and maritime sights.
Canal-side viewing area in Holtenau for watching ships enter and leave the Kiel Canal. One of the city's best free maritime viewpoints.
Main pedestrian shopping street linking central Kiel highlights. A practical and lively place to explore the rebuilt city center.
Smoked eel from the Baltic region, traditionally served simply to highlight local fishing heritage and the salty coastal flavor of Schleswig-Holstein.
A hearty northern German stew of pears, beans, and bacon, loved in Schleswig-Holstein for its sweet-salty mix and late-summer harvest tradition.
Kale slow-cooked with sausage or pork, a classic winter dish across northern Germany and a staple of cold-season gatherings in Kiel.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining with modern regional cuisine, refined tasting menus, and polished service in a special-occasion setting.
Historic waterside restaurant known for northern German seafood and local classics in a traditional harbor atmosphere.
Established harbor restaurant focused on fish and maritime specialties, with panoramic fjord views and a polished but relaxed feel.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can rise in summer, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable for a port city.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up, and leave small change at cafes.
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Kiel ZOB -> Kiel Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Kiel by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Kiel buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Kiel, ZOB station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Kiel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
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