How far is Dortmund from Kiel?

The distance between the two cities is 224 miles (361 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Dortmund to Kiel leave from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf). These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Dortmund to Kiel from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dortmund to Kiel on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	Dortmund	15h 55m	3:45pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Dortmund	6h 20m	8:05am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Dortmund	8h	9:00pm	Kiel	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Dortmund	9h 20m	2:05am	Kiel	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Dortmund	6h 20m	8:05am	Kiel	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Kiel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Kiel. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

224 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $86	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $192	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $48	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Kiel?

Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
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D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Stops in Kiel

A
Kiel (ZOB am Hbf)
Holstenstraße 64, 24103 Kiel, Germany
B
Bushaltestelle Kiel
Kaistraße 100, 24114 Kiel, Germany
C
Raiffeisenstraße
Raiffeisenstraße 2, 24103 Kiel, Germany
D
Norwegenkai
Zur Fähre 1, 24143 Kiel, Germany

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Kiel by bus

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Kiel was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $53 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Kiel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-30.