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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Lüneburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 120 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Kiel to Lüneburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£17. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 1h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Lüneburg from Kiel by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Kiel to Lüneburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Lüneburg are Hamburg, Lübeck, Uelzen, Bremen and Hanover. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lüneburg on Omio.
Hamburg is Germany's great port city, known for its harbour, canals and maritime character. Historic warehouse districts sit alongside modern architecture, while music, nightlife and waterside neighbourhoods give the city an energetic but grounded feel.
Lübeck is known for its Hanseatic past, brick Gothic churches and marzipan tradition. Its UNESCO-listed old town, set between waterways, feels historic, compact and quietly maritime.
Uelzen is a small Lower Saxony town known above all for the colourful Hundertwasser-Bahnhof. Its brick Gothic traces, timber-framed streets and setting near the Lüneburg Heath give it a calm North German character.
Bremen is a historic Hanseatic city on the Weser, known for its market square and the Town Musicians of Bremen. Its compact centre mixes brick Gothic architecture, maritime heritage and a relaxed northern character.
Hanover is known for major trade fairs, elegant gardens and a relaxed, green cityscape. The Herrenhausen Gardens, Maschsee and a polished centre give it a calm character with culture close at hand.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kiel and Lüneburg as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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