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Compare train, coach, ferry and flight for Kiel to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £72, while a flight costs an average of £355.
Distance: 393 km
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£113 Average Price | £76 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest | £355 Average Price | £164 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 14m Average total duration 15h 14m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg
Compare the available ways to get from Kiel to Gothenburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is a coach with an average price of £72.
This is compared to other travel options from Kiel to Gothenburg:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average £76.
A coach is £41 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average £113.
A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average £355.
The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 36m.
Coach takes on average 11h 38m.
Ferry takes on average 16h 14m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Kiel and Gothenburg including taking a train, coach, ferry and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Kiel to Gothenburg
How to get to Gothenburg from Kiel by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus
1:15 13h00 Kiel, ZOB 14:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen £47 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus
1:15 13h00 Kiel, ZOB 14:15 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen £47 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
- SK648 · SK434
6:15 3h10 Hamburg Airport 9:25 Göteborg-Landvetter Airport £247 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
Train
Flight
Ferry
- IC 5754 · ECE 398 · R 1082+
118588:08 9h57 Kiel Hbf 18:05 Gothenburg Centralstation £58 1 One-way 4 changes - 11267 · 11162 · ECE 396 · R 1098
11:05 9h00 Kiel Hbf 20:05 Gothenburg Centralstation £88 1 One-way 3 changes - ECE 396 · R 1098+11914
11:03 9h02 Kiel Hbf 20:05 Gothenburg Centralstation £88 1 One-way 2 changes
KL1758 · KL122918:40 14h50 Hamburg Airport 9:30 Göteborg-Landvetter Airport £138 1 One-way 1 change- KL1758 · KL1231
18:40 16h35 Hamburg Airport 11:15 Göteborg-Landvetter Airport £138 1 One-way 1 change - KL1756 · KL1229
14:35 18h55 Hamburg Airport 9:30 Göteborg-Landvetter Airport £138 1 One-way 1 change
- Stena Line
17:45 15h30 Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai) 9:15 Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) £115 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Gothenburg by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Gothenburg are Brännö, Borås, Alingsås, Hono and Jönköping. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Gothenburg on Omio.
Day trip from Gothenburg to Borås by ferry
Why visit Borås for the day?
Borås in western Sweden is known for its textile heritage and large-scale street art. It feels practical and creative, with a compact centre, green spaces and a strong design identity.
Day trip from Gothenburg to Alingsås by ferry
Why visit Alingsås for the day?
Alingsås is known for its café culture, wooden town centre and lakeside setting in western Sweden. With 18th-century streets and a relaxed pace, it feels historic, local and closely tied to the Swedish tradition of fika.
Day trip from Gothenburg to Hono by ferry
Day trip from Gothenburg to Jönköping by ferry
Why visit Jönköping for the day?
Jönköping sits at the southern end of Lake Vättern, with a relaxed city centre and a strong outdoor feel. It is best known for its match industry history and Elmia’s major trade fairs, which give the city both industrial roots and a modern business profile.
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FAQs: Kiel to Gothenburg
Travel to Gothenburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kiel to Gothenburg.
There are 4 options to travel between Kiel and Gothenburg including taking a train, coach, ferry and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is a coach with an average price of £72.
This is compared to other travel options from Kiel to Gothenburg:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average £76.
A coach is £41 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average £113.
A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Gothenburg costing on average £355.
The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 36m.
Coach takes on average 11h 38m.
Ferry takes on average 16h 14m.
The Kiel to Gothenburg distance is approximately 393 km.
The average frequency per day from Kiel to Gothenburg is:
- Around 54 flights per day.
- Around 8 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
- Around 1 ferries per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kiel and Gothenburg as scheduled services by train, coach, ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kiel to Gothenburg:
- Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Göteborg-Landvetter Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Kiel Hbf and arrive in Gothenburg Centralstation.
- Coaches mostly depart from Kiel, ZOB and arrive in Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai) and arrive in Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kiel to Gothenburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag, SJ, Snälltåget to go to Gothenburg by train.
- Travel with Sas Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, TAP Portugal, Air Baltic, British Airways, Eurowings, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, braathens regional aviation, Avion Express Malta, Air Dolomiti, Lot Polish Airlines, Cityjet, ITA to go to Gothenburg by flight.
- Travel with Stena Line to go to Gothenburg by ferry.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Gothenburg by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Kiel to Gothenburg:
- 1 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.
Omio customers who travel from Kiel to Gothenburg often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, London, Oslo, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gothenburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Kiel to Gothenburg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach, ferry and flight.
In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka), and take a scenic boat tour along the Göta Canal. Enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen, or discover the Botanical Garden. Don't miss popular sights like Liseberg Amusement Park, Universeum, and the Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming Haga district or unwind in Slottsskogen Park.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Gothenburg is ideal, allowing time to explore its cultural attractions, vibrant dining scene, and picturesque archipelago.
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