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Compare train, coach and flight for Utrecht to Kiel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Kiel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a flight costs an average of £502.
Distance: 416 km
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£86 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £502 Average Price | £84 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Utrecht to Kiel
Compare the available ways to get from Utrecht to Kiel, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Kiel is a coach with an average price of £53.
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Kiel:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Kiel costing on average £86.
A coach is £450 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Utrecht to Kiel costing on average £502.
The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Kiel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 38m.
Coach takes on average 11h 4m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Utrecht and Kiel including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £86 compared to roughly £84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£1. The journey takes 6h 8m versus 5h 29m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Utrecht to Kiel
How to get to Kiel from Utrecht by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Utrecht to Kiel is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
10:15 14h05 Utrecht 0:20 Kiel £42 1 One-way 0 changes
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10:15 14h05 Utrecht 0:20 Kiel £42 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
10:15 14h05 Utrecht 0:20 Kiel £42 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Kiel by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Kiel are Laboe, Hamburg, Lübeck, Strande and Neumünster. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Kiel on Omio.
Day trip from Kiel to Hamburg by ferry
Why visit Hamburg for the day?
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.
Day trip from Kiel to Lübeck by ferry
Why visit Lübeck for the day?
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.
Day trip from Kiel to Strande by ferry
Day trip from Kiel to Neumünster by ferry
Why visit Neumünster for the day?
Neumünster is a practical city in Schleswig-Holstein known for its textile past and modern outlet shopping. Parks, galleries, and Vicelinkirche give it a grounded northern German character beyond its commercial side.
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FAQs: Utrecht to Kiel
Travel to Kiel 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 Utrecht to Kiel.
There are 3 options to travel between Utrecht and Kiel including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Kiel is a coach with an average price of £53.
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Kiel:
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Kiel costing on average £86.
A coach is £450 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Utrecht to Kiel costing on average £502.
The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Kiel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.
Other travel options to Kiel take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 38m.
Coach takes on average 11h 4m.
The Utrecht to Kiel distance is approximately 416 km.
The average frequency per day from Utrecht to Kiel is:
- Around 47 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Utrecht and Kiel as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Utrecht to Kiel:
- Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A and arrive in Kiel, ZOB.
- Trains mostly depart from Utrecht Centraal and arrive in Kiel Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Utrecht to Kiel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kiel by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Kiel by coach.
- Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways to go to Kiel by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Utrecht to Kiel:
- 5 direct flights per day with KLM, KLM Cityhopper.
Omio customers who travel from Utrecht to Kiel often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Hamburg, Gothenburg, Oslo, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kiel and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Utrecht to Kiel, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
To fully experience Kiel, including its maritime museums, the Kiel Canal, and vibrant harbour, a visit of two to three days is recommended.
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