What is the best way to travel from Tübingen to Kiel?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Kiel from Tübingen. Check between different modes of transportation, look 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 Kiel from Tübingen?
You can get to Kiel with just $34 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.
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Deutsche Bahn8h 50m06:05 PMTübingenCentral Station2:55 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 7m011:33 PMTübingenCentral Station9:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 11:33:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn11h 48m08:33 PMTübingenCentral Station8:21 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 8:33:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 8:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 48m
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FlixBus20h 35m06:10 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 6:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m
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FlixBus23h 15m09:45 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station9:00 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 9:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 15m
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FlixBus18h 0m07:20 AMTübingenCentral Bus Station1:20 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 7:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
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Cheapest Buses Monday
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FlixBus19h 30m09:45 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station5:15 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/21/2025 9:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
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FlixBus18h 0m07:20 AMTübingenCentral Bus Station1:20 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/21/2025 7:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/22/2025 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
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FlixBus20h 35m06:10 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/21/2025 6:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/22/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m
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What are the fastest trips from Tübingen to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel from Tübingen in just 8h 50m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. 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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Deutsche Bahn8h 50m06:05 PMTübingenCentral Station2:55 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 6:05:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 7m011:33 PMTübingenCentral Station9:40 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 11:33:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn11h 48m08:33 PMTübingenCentral Station8:21 AMKielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 8:33:00 PM to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 8:21:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 48m
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FlixBus18h 0m07:20 AMTübingenCentral Bus Station1:20 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 7:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
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FlixBus20h 35m06:10 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 6:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m
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FlixBus23h 15m09:45 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station9:00 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 9:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/16/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 15m
Fastest Trains Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
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FlixBus18h 0m07:20 AMTübingenCentral Bus Station1:20 AMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/21/2025 7:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/22/2025 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
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FlixBus19h 30m09:45 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station5:15 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/21/2025 9:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
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FlixBus20h 35m06:10 PMTübingenCentral Bus Station2:45 PMKielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Tübingen (Germany) at 12/21/2025 6:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 12/22/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m
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Bus from Tübingen to Kiel
What are the most popular stations in Tübingen and Kiel?
In Tübingen, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Unterjesingen Sandäcker Train Station, 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 Tübingen? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus 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 Tübingen and Kiel, you can pay as low as $34 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Kiel in just 8h 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 Tübingen and Kiel are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, 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 Tübingen 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 Kirchentellinsfurt or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Stuttgart 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 Tübingen to Kiel?
The most popular companies between Tübingen and Kiel, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. 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 Tübingen to Kiel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Tübingen 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 Tübingen to Kiel
How can I reach Kiel from Tübingen?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Kiel from Tübingen.
How far is Kiel from Tübingen?
The distance between Tübingen and Kiel is 403.6 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Tübingen 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 18 kgs of CO2, a train 23 kgs, a car 110 kgs, and a flight 160 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Tübingen to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel with just $34 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Tübingen 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 8h 50m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Tübingen and to Kiel
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Tübingen and to Kiel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
