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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Rostock is to rideshare which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Rostock is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Rostock?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Rostock station. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Rostock central bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Rostock?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Rostock?

The distance between Leipzig and Rostock is 387 km. The road distance is 371 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Rostock without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 4h 12m and costs €50 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Leipzig to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Rostock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Rostock train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Rostock?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Rostock is to train via Berlin which takes 4h 12m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Leipzig to Rostock bus arrive?

Leipzig to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Leipzig to Rostock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Rostock is 371 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Leipzig to Rostock.

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

Book your Leipzig to Rostock train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 2978+ hotels available in Rostock.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Rostock?

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

Leipzig to Rostock - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Leipzig to Rostock by train, bus, car, 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 via Berlin
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Rostock Hbftrain Re
4h 12m
€54–133
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Rostockrideshare 372.3 km
4h
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock central bus stationbus 1361 / ...
6h 30m
€31–51
Drive 371 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Rostockcar 371 km
3h 9m
€54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 57 / ...
4h 14m
€70–240
Train via Rostock Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain Re5
4h 54m
€71–238

Leipzig to Rostock by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 387.2 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Rostock Hbf via Berlin Hbf in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Rostock central bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 6h 30m.

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