- Must visit
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 18
zł237
Average ticket price on Sep 18
zł275
Fastest journey on Sep 18
13 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
15 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 18
17
Distance
759 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Warsaw to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Kiel will cost around zł275 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł237.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 17 buses from Warsaw to Kiel, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 759 km distance in an average of 15 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 16 h 25 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł431 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł431, while a flight costs an average of zł2188.
Distance: 471 miles (759 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł431 Average price Cheapest | zł543 Average price | zł2188 Average price | zł792 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 22m Average total duration 13h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() 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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Kiel:
A bus is zł112 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Kiel costing on average zł543.
A bus is zł1757 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Kiel costing on average zł2188.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 45m.
Bus takes on average 13h 52m.
Tickets start at around zł431 compared to roughly zł792 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł360. The journey takes 13h 52m versus 8h 45m 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 Infobus, FlixBus, Sindbad.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł265 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł262 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł439 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł269 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 18h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł323 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:43AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 18h27 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł195 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł204 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł334 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł302 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł195 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł397 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł372 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł307 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł279 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł204 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł204 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł276 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł345 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł246 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price zł316 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price zł352 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:23PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 16h37 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł223 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price zł325 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł445 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł223 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price zł336 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł209 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:38PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 17h32 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł216 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł209 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł365 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł380 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł218 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł316 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price zł302 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł330 |
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Kiel buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:50 AM Warsaw | 18h35 | 6:25 AM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Warsaw | 17h35 | 12:00 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Warsaw | 18h10 | 1:00 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Warsaw | 17h35 | 1:00 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 20h05 | 8:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:55 PM Warsaw | 14h05 | 1:00 PM Kiel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 19h10 | 8:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 16h30 | 8:55 PM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 19h20 | 1:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:43 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 18h27 | 1:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 16h20 | 1:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 18h55 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 18h00 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 16h25 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 15h45 | 4:10 AM Kiel, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Warsaw to Kiel run on average 16 times per day, taking around 13h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł218 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 471 miles (759 km) distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 471 miles (759 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price zł218 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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.
Official public transport app
Kiel ZOB -> Kiel Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Kiel buses use the Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni to Kiel, ZOB station pair, with some services arriving at Kiel, Interims-ZOB. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Kiel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Polska (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticket counters.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
Available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Elevators, ramps.
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy is 7 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Bistro Chopin (in the station), Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal, near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy.
Available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy: Elevators, ramps.
Kiel, Interims-ZOB is 1 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kiel, Interims-ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel, Interims-ZOB. ATMs are available at Kiel, Interims-ZOB.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel, Interims-ZOB.
Available at Kiel, Interims-ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel, Interims-ZOB: Ramps and accessible pathways are available.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need