Have arrived in Kiel. For the interest of anyone needing to get from HAM to Kiel for cruise embarkation the KIELIUS bus is the best option. Leaves every hour from outside arrivals hall. Costs 20€ one way.
Comfortable roomy coach stops once prior to Kiel and arrives at main Station in Kiel which is located in the middle of City and close to Ferry\cruise ports.
Just short of 2 hours journey time.