How much does a bus ticket from Berlin to Kiel cost?

The bus ticket price from Berlin to Kiel starts at R 388. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Berlin to Kiel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Kiel?

The average travel time between Berlin and Kiel is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Berlin and Kiel?

The number of buses from Berlin to Kiel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Berlin to Kiel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Berlin to Kiel?

When taking the bus from Berlin to Kiel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Berlin to Kiel?

Buses travelling between Berlin and Kiel leave from Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB) or Berlin Südkreuz and arrive at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf), Bushaltestelle Kiel, Raiffeisenstraße.

Bus Berlin to Kiel from R 293 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	Cheapest
23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	No tags
16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
06:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 5m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
09:45	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	7h 30m	17:15	Kiel	No tags
22:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	5h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	Cheapest
	23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
	16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:58	Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	17:15	Kiel	No tags
	23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:06	Charlottenburg	5h 9m	17:15	Kiel	No tags
	22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
	06:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 5m	14:45	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	Cheapest
	23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
	09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:58	Hauptbahnhof	5h 17m	17:15	Kiel	No tags
	16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
	22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
	06:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 5m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
	09:25	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	7h 50m	17:15	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	Cheapest
23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
06:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 5m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
22:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	5h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 18 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	Cheapest
23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
06:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 5m	14:45	Kiel	No tags
22:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	5h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 19 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	Cheapest
23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
09:25	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	7h 50m	17:15	Kiel	No tags
22:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	5h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Kiel on 20 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	14:45	Kiel	Cheapest
23:40	Alt-Tegel	4h 30m	04:10	Kiel	Fastest
16:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	5h	21:00	Kiel	No tags
23:20	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	4h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
22:55	Berlin Südkreuz	5h 15m	04:10	Kiel	No tags
09:25	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	7h 50m	17:15	Kiel	No tags
22:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	5h 50m	04:10	Kiel	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Kiel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

296 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 388 - R 1 654	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 641 - R 4 758	Average duration4h 16m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 274 - R 878	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 302 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11302 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 388

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Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Kiel?

Stops in Berlin

A - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

B - Berlin Südkreuz

C - Alt-Tegel

D - Alexanderplatz

E - Wannsee

F - Zoo

Stops in Kiel

A - Kiel (ZOB am Hbf)

B - Bushaltestelle Kiel

C - Raiffeisenstraße

D - Norwegenkai

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Kiel by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Berlin to Kiel cost?
The bus ticket price from Berlin to Kiel starts at R 388. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Berlin to Kiel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Berlin to Kiel?
The average travel time between Berlin and Kiel is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Berlin and Kiel?
The number of buses from Berlin to Kiel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Berlin to Kiel by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Berlin to Kiel?
When taking the bus from Berlin to Kiel, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Berlin to Kiel?
Buses travelling between Berlin and Kiel leave from Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB) or Berlin Südkreuz and arrive at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf), Bushaltestelle Kiel, Raiffeisenstraße.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

R 644

13/11

R 960

Today

R 490

15/11

R 501

16/11

R 572

17/11

R 458

18/11

R 406

19/11

R 406

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Kiel was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 406

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Berlin to Kiel as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 406 to R 1 487 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 406, which is on 2025-11-18.