What is the best way to travel from Göttingen to Kiel?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Kiel from Göttingen. 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 Göttingen?
You can reach Kiel with just £16 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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Deutsche Bahn6h 13m002:40GöttingenCentral Station08:53KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 02:40:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 08:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 52m004:29GöttingenCentral Station09:21KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 04:29:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 09:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 17m005:04GöttingenCentral Station10:21KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 05:04:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 10:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 8m006:32GöttingenCentral Station10:40KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 06:32:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 10:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 22m022:33GöttingenCentral Station02:55KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 22:33:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 19/06/2026 02:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 22m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
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FlixBus5h 55m016:00GöttingenCentral bus station21:55KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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FlixBus6h 20m018:50GöttingenCentral bus station01:10KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 18:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 21/06/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus5h 55m016:00GöttingenCentral bus station21:55KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 22/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 22/06/2026 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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FlixBus6h 20m018:50GöttingenCentral bus station01:10KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 22/06/2026 18:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 23/06/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Göttingen to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel from Göttingen in just 4h 8m 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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Deutsche Bahn4h 8m006:32GöttingenCentral Station10:40KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 06:32:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 10:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 22m022:33GöttingenCentral Station02:55KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 22:33:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 19/06/2026 02:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 52m004:29GöttingenCentral Station09:21KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 04:29:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 09:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 52m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 17m005:04GöttingenCentral Station10:21KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 05:04:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 10:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 13m002:40GöttingenCentral Station08:53KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Göttingen (Germany) at 18/06/2026 02:40:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 18/06/2026 08:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 13m
Fastest Trains Thursday
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FlixBus5h 55m016:00GöttingenCentral bus station21:55KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 20/06/2026 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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FlixBus6h 20m018:50GöttingenCentral bus station01:10KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 20/06/2026 18:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 21/06/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus5h 55m016:00GöttingenCentral bus station21:55KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 22/06/2026 16:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 22/06/2026 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
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FlixBus6h 20m018:50GöttingenCentral bus station01:10KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Göttingen (Germany) at 22/06/2026 18:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 23/06/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Göttingen to Kiel
What are the most popular stations in Göttingen and Kiel?
In Göttingen, you will usually depart from Kauf Park Bus Stop, Central bus station or Central Station, while in Kiel you will be arriving at Norwegenkai Bus Stop, Central Bus Station or Central Station, 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 Göttingen? 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 Göttingen and Kiel, you can pay as low as £16 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 8m.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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen 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 Bovenden or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Kassel 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 Göttingen to Kiel?
The most popular companies between Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Kiel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Kiel
How can I reach Kiel from Göttingen?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Kiel from Göttingen.
How far is Kiel from Göttingen?
The distance between Göttingen and Kiel is 309.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Göttingen 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 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 53 kgs, and a flight 76 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Göttingen to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel with just £16 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Göttingen 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 8m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Göttingen and to Kiel
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Göttingen and to Kiel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
