How to travel from Rostock to Hamburg

There are 2 options to travel between Rostock and Hamburg including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Rostock to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of €15.

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

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rostock to Hamburg costing on average €23.

The fastest way to travel from Rostock to Hamburg is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 51m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 15m.

The distance from Rostock to Hamburg is approximately 93 miles (151 km).

The average frequency per day from Rostock to Hamburg is:

• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rostock to Hamburg:

• Trains mostly depart from Rostock Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Rostock, Central bus station and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
• Ferries mostly depart from Rødby and arrive in Puttgarden.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rostock to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Hamburg by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hamburg by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Rostock to Hamburg with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.

Omio customers who travel from Rostock to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Amsterdam, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.

Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.