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Compare train and bus for Berlin to Rostock

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 119 miles (193 km)

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$36

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$21

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$42

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3h 2m

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2h 32m

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3h 27m

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2h 57m

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2h 31m

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The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Rostock is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Rostock:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Rostock costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Rostock is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Rostock take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Rostock including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Rostock among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $36 compared to roughly $42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Berlin to Rostock

How to get from Berlin to Rostock by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Berlin to Rostock is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:10 PM3h20
    Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
    6:30 PMRostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:10 PM3h20
    Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
    6:30 PMRostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2174
    5:36 PM2h01
    Ostkreuz
    7:37 PMRostock Hbf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2172
    7:33 PM2h04
    Ostkreuz
    9:37 PMRostock Hbf
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2178
    1:33 PM2h02
    Ostkreuz
    3:35 PMRostock Hbf
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2176
    3:33 PM2h04
    Ostkreuz
    5:37 PMRostock Hbf
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:10 PM3h25
    Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
    6:35 PMRostock, Warnemünde Strand
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 PM3h45
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    6:30 PMRostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 PM3h50
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    6:35 PMRostock, Warnemünde Strand
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin to Rostock

Travel to Rostock easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin to Rostock.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Berlin and Rostock including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Rostock is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Rostock:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Rostock costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Rostock is by train with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Rostock take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

The distance from Berlin to Rostock is approximately 119 miles (193 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Rostock is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Rostock as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Rostock:
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Rostock Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Rostock, Central bus station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Rostock, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Rostock by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Rostock by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Rostock with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
  • 17 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Rostock often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Malmö, Trelleborg, Hamburg, Kühlungsborn. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rostock and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rostock to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rostock, you can explore the botanical garden at Rostock Zoo, enjoy a day at the popular Warnemünde Beach with its picturesque lighthouse and vibrant promenade, and stroll along Kröpeliner Straße, a bustling shopping street. Visit the Rostock Art Museum for contemporary and classical art, and take a harbor cruise from Rostock City Harbor to experience the city's maritime charm. Don't miss St. Mary's Church with its historic Gothic architecture and astronomical clock, and Kröpeliner Tor, a medieval city gate.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Rostock is ideal to explore the city's historic sites, enjoy the local cuisine, and visit the nearby seaside resort of Warnemünde.

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