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National Museum of Denmark
Denmark’s main history museum, covering Viking heritage, royal history, and global collections. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s culture and past.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rostock to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Copenhagen will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 6 buses that leave Rostock for Copenhagen on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rostock to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry 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 $14, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
| Bus | Most popular Ferry | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $118 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rostock to Copenhagen:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Rostock to Copenhagen costing on average $41 (€34).
A bus is $94 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rostock to Copenhagen costing on average $118 (€96).
Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 2m.
Train takes on average 7h 16m.
You'll arrive about -1h -16m sooner (4h 45m by bus vs 4h 29m by car) and save roughly $-20.58 (€-16.81) compared to fuel and tolls ($24 (€20) vs $3 (€3)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Rostock to Copenhagen buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Rostock, Central bus station | 5h05 | 10:05 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Rostock, Central bus station | 5h00 | 3:20 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Rostock, Central bus station | 5h25 | 5:35 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Rostock, Central bus station | 5h30 | 8:20 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Rostock, Central bus station | 4h50 | 9:55 PM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Rostock, Central bus station | 6h15 | 7:45 AM København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rostock to Copenhagen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:05 PM |
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Denmark’s main history museum, covering Viking heritage, royal history, and global collections. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s culture and past.
A major art museum known for French Impressionists, Danish Golden Age painting, and an outstanding collection of ancient sculpture in a striking historic setting.
Denmark’s national gallery with Danish and international art from old masters to modern works. It is one of the city’s essential museums for art lovers.
The city’s most famous waterfront street, lined with colorful historic houses and old ships. It is one of Copenhagen’s essential walking areas and photo spots.
One of Europe’s longest pedestrian shopping streets, connecting major squares and landmarks in the city center. It is a classic route for first-time visitors.
A striking urban park in Nørrebro known for bold design, public art, and photogenic spaces. It has become especially popular with architecture fans and influencers.
Open-faced rye bread sandwiches topped with ingredients like pickled herring, roast beef, shrimp, or egg. It is one of Denmark’s most iconic everyday lunch traditions.
Crispy fried pork belly served with boiled potatoes and parsley sauce. Often called Denmark’s national dish and a classic comfort meal.
Traditional Danish pan-fried meatballs, usually made with pork or a pork-beef mix, often served with potatoes, gravy, and red cabbage.
World-famous fine dining restaurant focused on seasonal Nordic cuisine and one of Copenhagen’s most celebrated culinary destinations.
Historic Copenhagen institution famous for classic smørrebrød, schnapps, and traditional Danish lunch in an old-world setting.
Established seafood restaurant in the Meatpacking District, known for fresh Nordic seafood, oysters, and a lively contemporary atmosphere.
One of Europe's pricier capitals. Hotels, dining, and drinks are costly, though public transport is efficient.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated.
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