How to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg

There are 4 options to travel between Kiel and Gothenburg including taking a train, bus, ferry, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is a train with an average price of lei337.

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

A train is lei46 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average lei384.

A train is lei56 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average lei393.

A train is lei1229 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average lei1566.

The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 47m.

Bus takes on average 12h 49m.

Ferry takes on average 13h 23m.

The distance from Kiel to Gothenburg is approximately 244 miles (393 km).

The average frequency per day from Kiel to Gothenburg is:

• Around 55 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.
• Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kiel to Gothenburg:

• Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Göteborg-Landvetter Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Kiel Hbf and arrive in Gothenburg Centralstation.
• Buses mostly depart from Kiel, ZOB and arrive in Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai) and arrive in Gothenburg (Elof Lindälvs Gata).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kiel to Gothenburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Stena Line to go to Gothenburg by ferry.
• Travel with Oresundstag, Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Gothenburg by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP) to go to Gothenburg by bus.
• Travel with Eurowings, KLM, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic to go to Gothenburg by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Kiel to Gothenburg with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.
• 0 direct flights per day with Avion Express Malta.

Omio customers who travel from Kiel to Gothenburg often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, Berlin, Malmö. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gothenburg and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Gothenburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka) for fresh seafood, and enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen for swimming. Discover the Botanical Garden's beautiful landscapes and take a boat tour along the scenic Göta Canal. Don't miss the exciting rides at Liseberg Amusement Park, interactive exhibits at Universeum, or the Nordic art collection at Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming historic district of Haga and enjoy the natural beauty of Slottsskogen Park.

To fully enjoy Gothenburg's attractions, culture, and dining experiences, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.