What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rostock?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rostock is to rideshare which costs €34 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Rostock?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rostock is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs €80 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Rostock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Rostock station. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Rostock central bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rostock?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rostock?

The distance between Cologne and Rostock is 645 km. The road distance is 592.1 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Rostock without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rostock without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs €50 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Rostock?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Cologne to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rostock bus from?

Cologne to Rostock bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rostock train from?

Cologne to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Rostock?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rostock is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Cologne to Rostock bus arrive?

Cologne to Rostock bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where does the Cologne to Rostock train arrive?

Cologne to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rostock is 592 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Cologne to Rostock.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Rostock?

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Where can I stay near Rostock?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne to Rostock?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Rostock. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Rostock - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Rostock by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
6h 32m
€50–139
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Rostockrideshare 591.2 km
7h 3m
€34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Masurenallee - Berlinbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock central bus stationbus N160 / ...
9h 32m
Drive 592.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rostockcar 592.1 km
5h 4m
€85–122
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Hamburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 37m
€122–338
Train via Sprötze
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Tostedttrain Drf
2. Take the train from Tostedt to Hamburg Hbftrain Rb / ...
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
7h 4m
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 54m
€90–286
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 20m
€105–344
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Hamburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 59m
€113–289

Cologne to Rostock by train

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Distance: 645.2 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Rostock, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Rostock central bus station via Masurenallee - Berlin and Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 9h 32m.

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