Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Kiel
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$28 - US$83 | Average Duration7h 25m | 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
| Average PriceUS$20 - US$155 | Average Duration4h 47m | 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$32 - US$51 | Average Duration4h 40m | 16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Essen to KielAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Essen to Kiel: Trip Overview
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Based on 9882 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$28
Essen to Kiel Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Kiel
What is the distance between Essen and Kiel?
The distance covered from Essen to Kiel is 383 km (238 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Kiel?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen, and end it at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf), in Kiel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Kiel was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Kiel, as early as possible.
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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Kiel, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Kiel.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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