The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Kiel
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Kiel will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 9 buses that leave Berlin for Kiel every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Compare train and coach for Berlin to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 295 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Kiel bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Kiel coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 15:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 20:00 Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 5h15 | 03:10 Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h50 | 03:10 Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 4h30 | 03:10 Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
FlixBus | 08:45 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 13:45 Kiel, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Kiel
Buses from Berlin to Kiel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to KielYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Kiel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Berlin to Kiel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Kiel by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kiel, ZOB, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Kiel
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
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