How to travel from Kiel to Hanover

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kiel to Hanover

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Hanover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a flight costs an average of $540.

Distance: 136 miles (219 km)

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$540

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$72

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$46

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4h 25m

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2h 25m

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3h 22m

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4h 35m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Hanover is a bus with an average price of $21.

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

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Hanover costing on average $47.

A bus is $462 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Hanover costing on average $483.

The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Hanover is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Hanover take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 2m.

Flight takes on average 8h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kiel and Hanover including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kiel to Hanover 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 $47 compared to roughly $46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.09. The journey takes 3h 6m versus 3h 2m 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 Kiel to Hanover

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

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

  • FlixBus
    2:25 AM4h05
    Kiel
    6:30 AMHanover
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:25 AM4h05
    Kiel
    6:30 AMHanover
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:25 AM4h05
    Kiel
    6:30 AMHanover
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:25 AM4h05
    Kiel
    7:30 AMHanover
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    6:50 AM4h15
    Kiel
    11:05 AMHanover
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kiel to Hanover

Travel to Hanover 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 Kiel to Hanover.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kiel and Hanover including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Hanover is a bus with an average price of $30.

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

A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Hanover costing on average $72.

A bus is $510 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Hanover costing on average $540.

The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Hanover is by train with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Hanover take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

Bus takes on average 4h 35m.

The distance from Kiel to Hanover is approximately 136 miles (219 km).
The average frequency per day from Kiel to Hanover is:
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kiel and Hanover 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 Kiel to Hanover:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Hannover Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kiel Hbf and arrive in Hanover Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kiel, ZOB and arrive in Hanover Central Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kiel to Hanover, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hanover by bus.
  • Travel with metronom, erixx, Deutsche Bahn to go to Hanover by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Eurowings, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Hanover by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kiel to Hanover with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Kiel to Hanover often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hanover and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hanover 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 Hanover's key attractions, museums, and gardens, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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