What is the travel distance from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between the two cities is 297 miles (479 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

The majority of buses traveling from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main start their journey at Kiel (ZOB am Hbf) and wind up at Frankfurt Airport. 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 Kiel to Frankfurt am Main from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kiel to Frankfurt am Main on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Kiel	14h 10m	10:25pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Kiel	14h 35m	4:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Kiel	10h 10m	3:25am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Kiel	11h 10m	8:20am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Kiel	11h 55m	9:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

297 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $127	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $324	Average Duration5h 49m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$40 - $50	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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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Where are the popular stops in Kiel and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Kiel

A - Kiel (ZOB am Hbf)

B - Bushaltestelle Kiel

C - Raiffeisenstraße

D - Norwegenkai

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Hbf

C - Südbahnhof

D - Frankfurt Onibus

E - Braubachstraße 41

F - Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main by bus

What is the travel distance from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$34

The cheapest trip from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $57 for a bus ticket from Kiel to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-24.