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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Rostock is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Rostock is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Rostock?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Groningen central station station and arriving at Rostock central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Rostock?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Bad Nieuweschans, Leer(Ostfriesl), Bremen Hbf and Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Groningen to Rostock?

The distance between Groningen and Rostock is 498 km. The road distance is 466.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Rostock without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs €90 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Groningen to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rostock bus from?

Groningen to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rostock train from?

Groningen to Rostock train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Groningen station.

Train or bus from Groningen to Rostock?

The best way to get from Groningen to Rostock is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs €90 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Groningen to Rostock bus arrive?

Groningen to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rostock central bus station.

Where does the Groningen to Rostock train arrive?

Groningen to Rostock train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Bad Nieuweschans station.

Can I drive from Groningen to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Rostock is 466 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Groningen to Rostock.

How do I get a bus ticket from Groningen to Rostock?

Book your Groningen to Rostock bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Rostock.

Groningen to Rostock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Groningen to Rostock by train, bus, or car

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 Groningen to Bad Nieuweschanstrain
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Bremen Hbftrain 56 / ...
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
4. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
6h 49m
€93–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Rostock central bus stationbus N1386 / ...
7h 55m
€30–55
Drive 466.4 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Rostockcar 466.4 km
4h 15m
€83–120
Bus via Hamburg
1. Take the bus from Groningen to Hamburg - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Hamburg to Rostockbus Kyiv-Rostock
9h

Groningen to Rostock by train

118Weekly Trains

6h 49mAverage Duration

€93Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 497.6 km
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Rostock, Germany?

You can take a train from Groningen to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Bad Nieuweschans, Leer(Ostfriesl), Bremen Hbf, and Hamburg Hbf in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Rostock central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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