How to travel from Antwerp to Kiel

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Antwerp to Kiel

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $109 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $109, while a train costs an average of $203.

Distance: 321 miles (517 km)

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$109

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$203

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$127

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11h 23m

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8h 4m

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7h 34m

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6h 32m

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The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Kiel is a bus with an average price of $109.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Kiel:

A bus is $94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Kiel costing on average $203.

A bus is $497 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Kiel costing on average $606.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Kiel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Kiel take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

Bus takes on average 11h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Antwerp and Kiel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Kiel among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $203 compared to roughly $127 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-75.69. The journey takes 7h 34m versus 6h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Antwerp to Kiel

How to get from Antwerp to Kiel by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Antwerp to Kiel is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    11:05 AM13h15
    Antwerp
    12:20 AMKiel
    $841One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:05 AM13h15
    Antwerp
    12:20 AMKiel
    $841One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:05 AM13h15
    Antwerp
    12:20 AMKiel
    $841One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    5:40 AM13h20
    Antwerp
    7:00 PMKiel
    $921One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    2:35 PM15h50
    Antwerp
    6:25 AMKiel
    $1071One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp to Kiel

Travel to Kiel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Kiel.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Antwerp and Kiel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Kiel is a bus with an average price of $109.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Kiel:

A bus is $94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Kiel costing on average $203.

A bus is $497 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Kiel costing on average $606.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Kiel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Kiel take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

Bus takes on average 11h 23m.

The distance from Antwerp to Kiel is approximately 321 miles (517 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Kiel is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Kiel as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Kiel:
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Kiel, ZOB.
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Kiel Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Kiel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways to go to Kiel by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kiel by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kiel by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Antwerp to Kiel:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Kiel often also extend their vacation to go to Hamburg, Copenhagen, Berlin, Gothenburg, Lübeck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kiel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kiel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Kiel's maritime history, museums, and nearby attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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