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What is the best way to travel from Aachen to Kiel?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Kiel from Aachen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
12h 45m
$39
$47
1
Train
6h 32m
$33
$38
40
Car
5h 50m
$57
$57
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Kiel from Aachen?

You can get to Kiel with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
from $40
Thursday
from $33
Friday
Saturday
from $48
Sunday
from $60
Monday
Tuesday
from $39

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 32m
    0
    4:51 AM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    11:23 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 43m
    0
    11:51 PM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    8:34 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 4m
    0
    2:53 AM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    9:57 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 8m
    0
    6:51 PM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    2:59 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $42

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39

    • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Aachen
    11:50 AM
    Kiel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $57

What are the fastest trips from Aachen to Kiel?

You can get to Kiel from Aachen in just 5h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 12h 45m
Thursday
from 6h 32m
Friday
Saturday
from 12h 45m
Sunday
from 12h 45m
Monday
Tuesday
from 5h 50m

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 32m
    0
    4:51 AM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    11:23 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 4m
    0
    2:53 AM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    9:57 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 8m
    0
    6:51 PM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    2:59 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 43m
    0
    11:51 PM
    Aachen
    Central Station
    8:34 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Aachen
    11:50 AM
    Kiel
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $57

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Aachen
    West Train Station
    8:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Aachen to Kiel

What are the most popular stations in Aachen and Kiel?

In Aachen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Elisenbrunnen Bus Stop or Rothe Erde Train Station, while in Kiel you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Norwegenkai Bus Stop or Schwedenkai 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 Aachen? With 2 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool 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 Aachen and Kiel, you can pay as low as $33 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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Kiel in just 5h 50m.

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 Aachen 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 Aachen 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 Eilendorf or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Liege 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 Aachen to Kiel?

The most popular companies between Aachen 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 Aachen to Kiel

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Aachen 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 Aachen to Kiel

How can I reach Kiel from Aachen?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Kiel from Aachen.

How far is Kiel from Aachen?

The distance between Aachen and Kiel is 298.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Aachen 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 82 kgs, and a flight 118 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Aachen to Kiel?

You can get to Kiel with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen 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 5h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Aachen and to Kiel

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