How to travel from Rostock to Szczecin

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Compare train and bus for Rostock to Szczecin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rostock to Szczecin 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 46m. 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 €29.

Distance: 108 miles (175 km)

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€29

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€30

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3h 46m

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3h 16m

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2h 44m

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The cheapest way to travel from Rostock to Szczecin is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €0.41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rostock to Szczecin costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Rostock to Szczecin is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.

Other travel options to Szczecin take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rostock and Szczecin including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rostock to Szczecin 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 €29 compared to roughly €30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €1. The journey takes 3h 16m versus 2h 44m 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 Rostock to Szczecin

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 AM4h20
    Rostock, Central bus station
    5:25 AMSzczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 AM4h20
    Rostock, Central bus station
    5:25 AMSzczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1975 · 3514 · 5363
    3:36 PM3h18
    Rostock Hbf
    6:54 PMSzczecin Główny
    501One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn63987 · 3510 · 5359
    11:33 AM3h21
    Rostock Hbf
    2:54 PMSzczecin Główny
    271One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn63993 · 3516 · 5365
    5:33 PM3h21
    Rostock Hbf
    8:54 PMSzczecin Główny
    271One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn63985 · 3508 · 5357
    9:33 AM3h21
    Rostock Hbf
    12:54 PMSzczecin Główny
    271One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM3h40
    Rostock, Central bus station
    12:10 AMSzczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:45 AM3h30
    Rostock, Central bus station
    2:15 PMSzczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    211One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 PM6h15
    Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking)
    10:25 PMSzczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy
    371One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rostock to Szczecin

Travel to Szczecin 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 Rostock to Szczecin.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rostock and Szczecin including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Rostock to Szczecin is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €0.41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rostock to Szczecin costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Rostock to Szczecin is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.

Other travel options to Szczecin take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

The distance from Rostock to Szczecin is approximately 108 miles (175 km).
The average frequency per day from Rostock to Szczecin is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rostock and Szczecin 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 Rostock to Szczecin:
  • Buses mostly depart from Rostock, Central bus station and arrive in Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rostock Hbf and arrive in Szczecin Główny.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rostock to Szczecin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Szczecin by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Szczecin by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rostock to Szczecin:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Rostock to Szczecin often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Warsaw, Hamburg, Lübeck, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Szczecin and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Szczecin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Szczecin, you can visit the National Museum to explore regional history and art, and explore WWII-era bunkers in the underground tunnels. The Szczecin Central Cemetery offers a park-like setting with beautiful sculptures. Enjoy a boat tour on the Oder River for unique city views or discover traditional Polish delicacies at the Szczecin Market Hall. Key sights include the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle, Wały Chrobrego promenade, the modern Szczecin Philharmonic, Jasne Błonia park, and the Gothic-style St. James Cathedral.
For a fulfilling visit to Szczecin, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, including the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle, the Szczecin Philharmonic, and the Waly Chrobrego Promenade.

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