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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Rostock is to rideshare which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Rostock is to drive which takes 2h and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Rostock?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Rostock station. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Rostock central bus station via Lübeck. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Rostock?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Lübeck Hbf and Bad Kleinen Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Kiel to Rostock?

The distance between Kiel and Rostock is 212 km. The road distance is 199.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Rostock without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Kiel to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Rostock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Rostock train from?

Kiel to Rostock train services, operated by Erixx, depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Rostock?

The best way to get from Kiel to Rostock is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h.

Where does the Kiel to Rostock bus arrive?

Kiel to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lübeck station.

Where does the Kiel to Rostock train arrive?

Kiel to Rostock train services, operated by Erixx, arrive at Luebeck Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Rostock is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Kiel to Rostock.

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

Book your Kiel to Rostock train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Kiel to Rostock bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 2435+ hotels available in Rostock.

Can I share a ride from Kiel to Rostock?

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

Kiel to Rostock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kiel to Rostock by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Kiel Hbf to Luebeck Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Lübeck Hbf to Bad Kleinen Bahnhoftrain Re2 / ...
3. Take the train from Bad Kleinen Bahnhof to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
3h 55m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kiel to Rostockrideshare 198.4 km
2h 24m
€8–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Lübeckbus 353
2. Take the bus from Lübeck to Rostock central bus stationbus N1386 / ...
4h
€17–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Luebeck Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the bus from Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhof to Grevesmühlen Busbahnhofbus 335
3. Take the bus from Grevesmühlen Bahnhof to Rostock Paulstraßebus Re2
5h 39m
Drive 199.2 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Rostockcar 199.2 km
2h
€29–41

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 212.5 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Lübeck Hbf and Bad Kleinen Bahnhof in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Rostock central bus station via Lübeck in around 4h.

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