The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kiel to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kiel to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Copenhagen will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kiel for Copenhagen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
FlixBus1:155h50Kiel, ZOB7:05København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£311One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:305h20Kiel, ZOB13:50København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£451One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:305h20Kiel, ZOB13:50København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£451One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:155h50Kiel, ZOB7:05København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Kiel to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 216 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £50 Average Price | £223 Average Price |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kiel to Copenhagen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kiel to Copenhagen coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:15 Kiel, ZOB | 5h50 | 7:05 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Kiel, ZOB | 5h20 | 13:50 København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP) to find the best option for your trip from Kiel to Copenhagen.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kiel to Copenhagen
Buses from Kiel to Copenhagen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 216 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 216 km |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP) from Kiel to CopenhagenYou can travel by bus between Kiel to Copenhagen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP) for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Verkehrsbetriebe Kreis Plön GmbH (VKP)
FAQs: Kiel to Copenhagen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kiel to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kiel and Copenhagen
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Dybbølsbro (in the station)
- Restaurant Flammen (0.5 km)
- Mad & Kaffe (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area
- Bus: 1A, 5C, 6A, 250S Metro: M3 Train: S-train s A, B, C, E, H
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