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Kunsthalle Rostock
Rostock’s main modern and contemporary art museum, known for changing exhibitions and its East German art context.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rostock will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 6 buses that leave Hamburg for Rostock on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Rostock:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Rostock costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€10). The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:33AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h12 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:33AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 9h02 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 7h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Rostock buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:25 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h00 | 8:25 PM Rostock, Central bus station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h50 | 2:40 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h55 | 2:45 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Strand | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h25 | 10:40 AM Rostock, Central bus station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 12h00 | 8:50 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Strand | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 11h55 | 8:45 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Hamburg to Rostock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Rostock — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rostock trip today.
Rostock’s main modern and contemporary art museum, known for changing exhibitions and its East German art context.
A city history museum in a former monastery, covering Rostock’s Hanseatic past, archaeology, and regional culture.
Maritime museum aboard the preserved ship Traditionsschiff, focusing on seafaring, ship technology, and port history.
Rostock’s central square, framed by historic buildings and the town hall, ideal for orienting yourself in the old town.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the historic center, lively and convenient for exploring major sights on foot.
Warnemünde’s picturesque canal lined with boats and old captains’ houses, one of the area’s most photographed walks.
A classic Baltic coast snack of fresh herring, salmon or other fish in a crusty roll, often with onions and remoulade. It is closely associated with harbor life in Rostock and nearby Warnemünde.
Pan-fried herring, a traditional northern German fish dish commonly served with potatoes or salad. It reflects the historic importance of Baltic fishing to Rostock.
Smoked fish such as eel, mackerel or salmon, prepared in the regional coastal style. It is a local specialty found around the port and fish markets.
An established upscale restaurant in Rostock, known for refined modern cuisine, careful presentation and a more elegant dining atmosphere.
A long-established traditional restaurant in Rostock’s old town, known for regional German cuisine, seafood and a historic atmosphere.
A popular harbor-side restaurant specializing in fish, seafood and northern German dishes, with waterside views and a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate by German standards. Groceries and casual dining are reasonable; hotels cost more in summer and during events.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service and hand the total directly to the server.
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Rostock ZOB, Rostock -> Rostock Hauptbahnhof, Rostock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rostock by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rostock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Rostock buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking). Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Rostock bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
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