How to travel from Gothenburg to Rostock

Sat, Sep 19
+ Add return
Travel by bus, flight, train with
FlixBus
Deutsche Bahn
Regionale
iryo
Alsa
1,000+ more
FlixBus
Deutsche Bahn
Regionale
iryo
Alsa
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus, flight, and train for Gothenburg to Rostock

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €51 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 10h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, while a train costs an average of €97.

Distance: 249 miles (402 km)

Compare bus with

Most popular
Bus
Train
Driving

€51

Average price

Cheapest

€97

Average price

€151

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

10h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

10h 14m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

11h 30m

Average total duration

11h 0m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

7h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Deutsche Bahn

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.

The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Rostock is a bus with an average price of €51.

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

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Rostock costing on average €97.

A bus is €153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Rostock costing on average €204.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Rostock is by flight with an average journey time of 10h 40m.

Other travel options to Rostock take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 44m.

Train takes on average 11h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Rostock including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Gothenburg to Rostock among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €151 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €100. The journey takes 10h 14m versus 7h 9m 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.

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.

Travel options
from Gothenburg to Rostock

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    3:05 PM12h00
    Gothenburg
    3:05 AMRostock
    391One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    3:05 PM12h00
    Gothenburg
    3:05 AMRostock
    391One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:40 AM11h00
    Gothenburg
    11:40 AMRostock
    431One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    10:30 AM13h30
    Gothenburg
    12:00 AMRostock
    491One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    1:30 PM13h35
    Gothenburg
    3:05 AMRostock
    521One-way
    0 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare bus, flight, and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
Sep 19
Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Rostock.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Gothenburg and Rostock including taking a bus, flight, and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Rostock is a bus with an average price of €51.

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

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Rostock costing on average €97.

A bus is €153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Rostock costing on average €204.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Rostock is by flight with an average journey time of 10h 40m.

Other travel options to Rostock take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 44m.

Train takes on average 11h 30m.

The distance from Gothenburg to Rostock is approximately 249 miles (402 km).
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Rostock is:
  • Around 52 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gothenburg to Rostock:
  • Ferries mostly depart from Gothenburg (Emigrantvagen) and arrive in Port of Kiel (Schwedenkai).
  • Trains mostly depart from Gothenburg Centralstation and arrive in Rostock Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Göteborg-Landvetter Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Rostock, Central bus station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Rostock, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rostock by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rostock by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg to Rostock often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Berlin, Malmö, Trelleborg, Hamburg. 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.

Travelling from Gothenburg to Rostock: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to GermanyTravel to RostockHow to travel from Gothenburg to Rostock

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone