TodayJul 30
from US$103
TomorrowJul 31
from US$109
FriAug 1
from US$118
SatAug 2
from US$122
SunAug 3
from US$103
MonAug 4
from US$84
TueAug 5
from US$84
WedAug 6
from US$78

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Gothenburg
    Departure location: Nils Ericson Terminalen
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Kiel
    Destination location: Kiel
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Gothenburg
    Departure location: Nils Ericson Terminalen
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Kiel
    Destination location: Kiel
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Gothenburg
    Departure location: Gothenburg C (Åkareplatsen)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Kiel
    Destination location: Kiel
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:54 AM CEST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 3 ways to go from Gothenburg to Kiel

Average PriceUS$75 - US$187Average Duration12h 10m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Ferry
Average PriceUS$219 - US$363Average Duration14h 30m
89kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$56 - US$56Average Duration7h 40m
17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gothenburg to Kiel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
12h 10mAverage Duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gothenburg to Kiel: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$104
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 10m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:10am
Distance394 km
Latest bus departure10:10pm

Gothenburg to Kiel Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Gothenburg to Kiel. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Gothenburg to Kiel from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Kiel from Gothenburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gothenburg - Kiel

  1. How far is Gothenburg from Kiel?

    The distance covered from Gothenburg to Kiel is 394 km (245 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gothenburg to Kiel?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Nils Ericson Terminalen, in Gothenburg, and end it at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf), in Kiel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-28
US$112
07-29
US$87
Today
US$100
07-31
US$106
08-01
US$114
08-02
US$119
08-03
US$101
08-04
US$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gothenburg to Kiel was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gothenburg to Kiel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$81 to US$154 for a bus ticket from Gothenburg to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$81 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gothenburg and Kiel!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gothenburg to Kiel, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gothenburg to Kiel.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gothenburg to Kiel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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