Kiel to Lübeck bus with BlaBlaCar

Wed, Jun 10
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Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP)
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Kiel to Lübeck

Showing times and prices for Jun 10

Cheapest price

$9

Average price

$9

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kiel to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kiel to Lübeck will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Kiel for Lübeck on Wed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM1h15
    Kiel, ZOB
    8:40 AMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:20 PM1h05
    Kiel, ZOB
    4:25 PMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Kiel to Lübeck

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.

Distance: 38 miles (62 km)

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Bus
Driving

$17

Average price

Cheapest

$14

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

BlaBlaCar

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of $17 (€13).
The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Lübeck is by bus with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kiel and Lübeck including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kiel to Lübeck among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 21m sooner (56m by bus vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $17 (€13) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.

Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

Kiel to Lübeck Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25AM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:25AM
Arrival Time
08:40AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
08:30AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
02:00PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
02:25PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
04:25PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$7

Live departures

Kiel to Lübeck bus times

The table below shows live departures for Kiel to Lübeck buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus3:20 PM Kiel, ZOB
1h05
4:25 PM Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, June 10
FlixBusFlixBus7:25 AM Kiel, ZOB
1h15
8:40 AM Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Kiel to Lübeck

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Buses from Kiel to Lübeck run on average 2 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
38 miles (62 km)
Average bus duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
2:30 AM
Last bus
7:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP), Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) from Kiel to LübeckYou can travel by bus between Kiel to Lübeck with BlaBlaCar, Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP), Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP) frequency
7 a day

Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Bus from Kiel to Lübeck

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kiel to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Kiel to Lübeck can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Kiel to Lübeck is $17 (€13) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Kiel to Lübeck is 1h 5m to travel the 38 miles (62 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Kiel to Lübeck leaves at 2:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Kiel to Lübeck leaves at 7:45 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Kiel to Lübeck with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Kiel to Lübeck, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP), Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) for the best way to get you to Lübeck. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Kiel and Lübeck and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Lübeck from Kiel is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Kiel to Lübeck is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kiel and Lübeck including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Kiel to Lübeck has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Lübeck are:
  • Holstentor, a medieval city gate and symbol of Lübeck featuring two imposing towers
  • Lübeck Cathedral, a stunning Gothic-style cathedral with impressive architecture and historical significance
  • Marienkirche, a large brick Gothic church known for its astronomical clock and art treasures
  • Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to the famous novel Buddenbrooks by Thomas Mann
  • Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site with charming streets, historic buildings, and vibrant cultural life.
The best things to do in Lübeck include:
  • Holstentor Museum, explore the iconic city gate and learn about Lübeck's medieval history
  • St. Mary's Church, visit this stunning Gothic church known for its astronomical clock and impressive architecture
  • Lübeck's Old Town, wander through the UNESCO World Heritage site with its charming streets and historic buildings
  • European Hansemuseum, discover the history of the Hanseatic League through interactive exhibits
  • Niederegger Marzipan Museum, indulge in Lübeck's famous marzipan and learn about its production process.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
No, luggage for the bus from Kiel to Lübeck needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Kiel to Lübeck.
Since both Kiel and Lübeck are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kiel to Lübeck among Omio's users.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Lübeck, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the old town and near train stations. Scams involving overpriced taxi fares can occur, so it is advisable to use official taxi services or ride-hailing apps. Additionally, travelers should be aware of common safety practices such as securing personal belongings and avoiding poorly lit areas at night.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Kiel to Lübeck

Kiel
Lübeck
The major bus station for departures in Kiel is Kiel, ZOB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kiel, ZOB for your trip from Kiel to Lübeck.
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