What is the best way to travel from Bielefeld to Kiel?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Kiel from Bielefeld. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Kiel from Bielefeld?
You can reach Kiel with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus7h 5m007:40BielefeldBrackwede Train Station14:45KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 06/12/2025 07:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 11m001:23BielefeldCentral Station08:34KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 01:23:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 10/12/2025 08:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 33m011:24BielefeldCentral Station15:57KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 11:24:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 10/12/2025 15:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 17m017:24BielefeldCentral Station21:41KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 17:24:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 51m019:12BielefeldCentral Station00:03KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 19:12:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 00:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 46m021:12BielefeldCentral Station02:58KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 21:12:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 02:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 46m
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What are the fastest trips from Bielefeld to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel from Bielefeld in just 4h 17m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus7h 5m007:40BielefeldBrackwede Train Station14:45KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Brackwede Train Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 06/12/2025 07:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 17m017:24BielefeldCentral Station21:41KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 17:24:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 33m011:24BielefeldCentral Station15:57KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 11:24:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 10/12/2025 15:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 51m019:12BielefeldCentral Station00:03KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 19:12:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 00:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 46m021:12BielefeldCentral Station02:58KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 21:12:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 02:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 11m001:23BielefeldCentral Station08:34KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Bielefeld (Germany) at 10/12/2025 01:23:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 10/12/2025 08:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 11m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Bielefeld to Kiel
What are the most popular stations in Bielefeld and Kiel?
In Bielefeld, you will usually depart from Brackwede Train Station, Central Station or Central Bus Station, while in Kiel you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Norwegenkai Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kiel from Bielefeld? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bielefeld and Kiel, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Kiel in just 4h 17m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bielefeld and Kiel are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bielefeld and Kiel is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Steinhagen or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bielefeld to Kiel?
The most popular companies between Bielefeld and Kiel, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Bielefeld to Kiel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bielefeld to Kiel. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bielefeld to Kiel
How can I reach Kiel from Bielefeld?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Kiel from Bielefeld.
How far is Kiel from Bielefeld?
The distance between Bielefeld and Kiel is 276.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bielefeld and Kiel?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 47 kgs, and a flight 68 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bielefeld to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Kiel?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kiel in just 4h 17m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Bielefeld and to Kiel
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bielefeld and to Kiel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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