How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Kiel

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What is the best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Kiel?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains to Kiel from Frankfurt am Main. 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!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 10m
£31
£38
5
Train
4h 43m
£16
£37
160
Car
6h 20m
£47
£47
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Kiel from Frankfurt am Main?

You can reach Kiel with just £16 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £40
Saturday
from £47
Sunday
from £35
Monday
from £16
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £34
Thursday
from £42

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    15h 35m
    0
    05:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:00
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    00:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    15:50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    22:10
    Kiel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £47
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 9m
    0
    05:05
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:14
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 24m
    0
    14:58
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    20:22
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 18m
    0
    18:58
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    02:16
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 6m
    0
    12:51
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    18:57
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £57

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    00:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    15h 35m
    0
    05:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:00
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 33m
    0
    05:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:23
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 54m
    0
    06:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    12:44
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 43m
    0
    16:58
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:41
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 4m
    0
    05:05
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:09
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    00:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    15h 35m
    0
    05:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:00
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    18h 5m
    0
    20:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    00:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 4m
    0
    05:05
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:09
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 33m
    0
    05:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:23
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 54m
    0
    06:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    12:44
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52

What are the fastest trips from Frankfurt am Main to Kiel?

You can get to Kiel from Frankfurt am Main in just 4h 43m 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.

Friday
from 11h 10m
Saturday
from 5h 9m
Sunday
from 11h 10m
Monday
from 4h 43m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 14h 40m
Thursday
from 5h 4m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    11h 45m
    0
    13:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    00:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    00:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 9m
    0
    05:05
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:14
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 24m
    0
    14:58
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    20:22
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 54m
    0
    06:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    12:44
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £58
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 6m
    0
    12:51
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    18:57
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £57
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    15:50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    22:10
    Kiel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £47

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    00:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    15h 35m
    0
    05:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:00
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 43m
    0
    16:58
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:41
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 46m
    0
    07:58
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    12:44
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 4m
    0
    05:05
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:09
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 33m
    0
    05:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:23
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    11h 10m
    0
    14:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    01:20
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    14h 15m
    0
    00:30
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    15h 35m
    0
    05:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    21:00
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    00:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    18h 5m
    0
    20:40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    14:45
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 4m
    0
    05:05
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:09
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 33m
    0
    05:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:23
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 54m
    0
    06:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    12:44
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Kiel

What are the most popular stations in Frankfurt am Main and Kiel?

In Frankfurt am Main, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Coach Station or West Train 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 Frankfurt am Main? With 4 connections between 2 Bus, Carpool 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 Frankfurt am Main and Kiel, you can pay as low as £16 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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 43m.

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 Frankfurt am Main and Kiel are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Neu-Isenburg or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Kiel?

The most popular companies between Frankfurt am Main and Kiel, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Kiel

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Kiel

How can I reach Kiel from Frankfurt am Main?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Kiel from Frankfurt am Main.

How far is Kiel from Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Kiel is 478.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Frankfurt am Main 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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 81 kgs, and a flight 118 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Frankfurt am Main to Kiel?

You can get to Kiel with just £16 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main 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 43m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Kiel

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Kiel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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