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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€32
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 20
12 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
17 h 3 m
Buses on Sep 20
3
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 486 km distance in an average of 17 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 21 h 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.
11:30 AM12h50Frankfurt am Main Airport12:20 AMKiel Hbf€321One-way0 transfers- 7:40 PM17h20Frankfurt am Main Airport1:00 PMKiel Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- 3:20 AM21h00Frankfurt am Main Airport12:20 AMKiel Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM12h50Frankfurt am Main Airport12:20 AMKiel Hbf€321One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 PM17h20Frankfurt am Main Airport1:00 PMKiel Hbf€571One-way0 transfers
- 3:20 AM21h00Frankfurt am Main Airport12:20 AMKiel Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a flight costs an average of €326.
Distance: 301 miles (486 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price | €326 Average price | €87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf:
A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf costing on average €113.
A bus is €255 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf costing on average €326.
Other travel options to Kiel Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 50m.
Bus takes on average 10h 37m.
Tickets start at around €71 compared to roughly €87 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €16. The journey takes 10h 37m versus 6h 1m 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.
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.
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €43 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 9h25 | 8:55 PM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| 3:20 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 21h00 | 12:20 AM Kiel Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 301 miles (486 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 301 miles (486 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 5:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel HbfYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf with FlixBus for as low as €38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kiel Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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