What is the best way to travel from Kiel to Gothenburg?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Gothenburg from Kiel. 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 Gothenburg from Kiel?
You can reach Gothenburg with just £39 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 Bahn9h 0m015:05KielCentral Station00:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 15:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 23/04/2026 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 0m009:05KielCentral Station18:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 09:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 22/04/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 0m011:05KielCentral Station20:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 11:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 22/04/2026 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 0m013:05KielCentral Station23:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 13:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 22/04/2026 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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FlixBus11h 20m001:25KielCentral Bus Station12:45GothenburgNils Ericson Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) at 24/04/2026 01:25:00 to Nils Ericson Bus Stop, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 24/04/2026 12:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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FlixBus12h 25m008:30KielCentral Bus Station20:55GothenburgNils Ericson Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) at 24/04/2026 08:30:00 to Nils Ericson Bus Stop, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 24/04/2026 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
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What are the fastest trips from Kiel to Gothenburg?
You can get to Gothenburg from Kiel in just 9h 0m 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 Bahn9h 0m015:05KielCentral Station00:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 15:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 23/04/2026 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 0m009:05KielCentral Station18:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 09:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 22/04/2026 18:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 0m011:05KielCentral Station20:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 11:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 22/04/2026 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 0m013:05KielCentral Station23:05GothenburgCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Kiel (Germany) at 22/04/2026 13:05:00 to Central Station, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 22/04/2026 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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FlixBus11h 20m001:25KielCentral Bus Station12:45GothenburgNils Ericson Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) at 24/04/2026 01:25:00 to Nils Ericson Bus Stop, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 24/04/2026 12:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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FlixBus12h 25m008:30KielCentral Bus Station20:55GothenburgNils Ericson Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) at 24/04/2026 08:30:00 to Nils Ericson Bus Stop, Gothenburg (Sweden) arriving at 24/04/2026 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Kiel to Gothenburg
What are the most popular stations in Kiel and Gothenburg?
In Kiel, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Norwegenkai Bus Stop, while in Gothenburg you will be arriving at Korsvägen Bus Stop, Operan Bus Station or Nils Ericson 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 Gothenburg from Kiel? 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 Kiel and Gothenburg, you can pay as low as £39 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 Gothenburg in just 9h 0m.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 Kiel and Gothenburg 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 Kiel and Gothenburg 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 Kronshagen or to Mölndal, and look at flights from , and landing at Gothenburg Landvetter Airport. 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 Kiel to Gothenburg?
The most popular companies between Kiel and Gothenburg, 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 Kiel to Gothenburg
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Kiel to Gothenburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Kiel to Gothenburg
How can I reach Gothenburg from Kiel?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Gothenburg from Kiel.
How far is Gothenburg from Kiel?
The distance between Kiel and Gothenburg is 393.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kiel and Gothenburg?
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 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 67 kgs, and a flight 97 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Kiel to Gothenburg?
You can get to Gothenburg with just £39 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Kiel to Gothenburg?
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 Gothenburg in just 9h 0m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Kiel and to Gothenburg
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Kiel and to Gothenburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
