Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf

Showing times and prices for 18 Nov

Cheapest price

£70

Average price

£74

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 52 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

378 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.

Fast trains

To travel from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche Bahn Regional
06:334h50
Bottrop Hbf
11:23Kiel Hbf
£701One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Regional
12:294h53
Bottrop Hbf
17:22Kiel Hbf
£781One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £71.

Distance: 378 km

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Coach

£74

Average Price

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 36m

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30m

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8h 30m

Average total duration

8h 0m

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30m

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Live departures

Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf trains for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahn06:33 Bottrop Hbf
4h50
11:23 Kiel Hbf1 change
deutsche_bahn12:29 Bottrop Hbf
4h53
17:22 Kiel Hbf2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf

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Trains from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 12:29. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 4h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £42
Distance
378 km
Average train duration
5h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£71
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 50m
First train
06:33
Last train
12:29
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £42

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bottrop Hbf and Kiel Hbf from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£70
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kiel Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cheapest way to get from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £42.
Booking trains from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £71, while the average price tends to be around £74.
The train distance from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf is 378 km.
The train journey from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf covers a distance of 378 km and takes approximately 4h 50m. Trains run 6 per day.
The last train from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf departs at 12:29.
The first train from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf leaves at 6:33.
There is no night train service from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Trains from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf.
To get from Bottrop Hbf to Kiel Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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