Find coaches from Kiel to Hamburg

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Next departures from Kiel to Hamburg on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Kiel
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)Cheapest
Flixbus
Kiel
HAM AirportFastest
Flixbus
Kiel
HAM AirportNo tags
Flixbus
Kiel
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
Flixbus
Kiel
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Kiel to Hamburg

Bus
Average priceUS$11 - US$37Average duration1h 30m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$8 - US$33Average duration1h 6m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$5 - US$14Average duration1h 10m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Kiel to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
1h 10mAverage duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kiel to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$13
Average bus trip duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure02:20
Distance53 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Kiel to Hamburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kiel - Hamburg

  1. How far is Hamburg from Kiel by coach?

    The journey from Kiel to Hamburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 54 miles (87 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Kiel to Hamburg without a car?

    The best way to go from Kiel to Hamburg without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/08
US$10
30/08
US$11
Today
US$12
01/09
US$9
02/09
No data
03/09
US$9
04/09
US$9
05/09
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kiel to Hamburg was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$19 for a bus ticket from Kiel to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-09-01.

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 Kiel and Hamburg!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Kiel to Hamburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Kiel to Hamburg will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Kiel to Hamburg.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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