What is the best way to travel from Dusseldorf to Kiel?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Kiel from Dusseldorf?
You can get to Kiel with just $29 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus8h 10m012:20 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/24/2025 12:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus9h 10m05:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station2:15 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/24/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus9h 15m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 12/26/2025 11:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/27/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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FlixBus10h 40m04:05 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 12/26/2025 4:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/26/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 6m04:34 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 4:34:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 14m02:39 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:53 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 2:39:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:53:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 14m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m05:28 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport10:55 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 5:28:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 10:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 41m05:59 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport11:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 41m
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FlixBus8h 10m012:20 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/28/2025 12:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus9h 40m05:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/28/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 55m011:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station9:00 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/28/2025 11:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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BlaBlaCar4h 50m09:10 AMDusseldorf Airport2:00 PMKiel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/29/2025 9:10:00 AM to , Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/29/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Cheapest Carpool Monday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 13m04:27 AMDusseldorfCentral Station9:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 4:27:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 21m05:34 AMDusseldorfCentral Station10:55 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 5:34:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 10:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 30m05:51 PMDusseldorfCentral Station11:21 PMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 5:51:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 11:21:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 49m06:32 PMDusseldorfCentral Station12:21 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 6:32:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/31/2025 12:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 49m
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FlixBus8h 10m012:20 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 12:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus9h 40m05:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 55m011:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station9:00 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 11:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Dusseldorf to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel from Dusseldorf in just 4h 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.
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FlixBus8h 10m012:20 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/24/2025 12:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus9h 10m05:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station2:15 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/24/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/24/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus9h 15m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 12/26/2025 11:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/27/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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FlixBus10h 40m04:05 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 12/26/2025 4:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/26/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 6m04:34 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 4:34:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 27m05:28 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport10:55 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 5:28:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 10:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 41m05:59 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport11:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 5:59:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 14m02:39 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:53 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/28/2025 2:39:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:53:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 14m
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FlixBus8h 10m012:20 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/28/2025 12:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus9h 40m05:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/28/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 55m011:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station9:00 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/28/2025 11:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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BlaBlaCar4h 50m09:10 AMDusseldorf Airport2:00 PMKiel0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 12/29/2025 9:10:00 AM to , Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/29/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Fastest Carpool Monday
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Deutsche Bahn5h 13m04:27 AMDusseldorfCentral Station9:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 4:27:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 21m05:34 AMDusseldorfCentral Station10:55 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 5:34:00 AM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 10:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 30m05:51 PMDusseldorfCentral Station11:21 PMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 5:51:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 11:21:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 49m06:32 PMDusseldorfCentral Station12:21 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 6:32:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/31/2025 12:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 49m
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FlixBus8h 10m012:20 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station8:30 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 12:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
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FlixBus9h 40m05:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 5:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 55m011:05 AMDusseldorfCentral Bus Station9:00 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Dusseldorf (Germany) at 12/30/2025 11:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/30/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Dusseldorf to Kiel
What are the most popular stations in Dusseldorf and Kiel?
In Dusseldorf, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Düsseldorf Bus Stop, while in Kiel you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Norwegenkai 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 Dusseldorf? With 4 connections between 2 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 Dusseldorf and Kiel, you can pay as low as $29 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.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 4h 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 Dusseldorf and Kiel are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn 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 Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf Airport or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf to Kiel?
The most popular companies between Dusseldorf and Kiel, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn 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 Dusseldorf to Kiel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf to Kiel
How can I reach Kiel from Dusseldorf?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Kiel from Dusseldorf.
How far is Kiel from Dusseldorf?
The distance between Dusseldorf and Kiel is 255.6 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dusseldorf 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 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 70 kgs, and a flight 101 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dusseldorf to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel with just $29 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Dusseldorf 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 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
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