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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Rostock is to rideshare which costs €5 - €17 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Rostock is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Rostock?

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

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Rostock?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Rostock?

The distance between Potsdam and Rostock is 246 km. The road distance is 221.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Rostock without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €65.

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

The train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Rostock Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Rostock bus from?

Potsdam to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Rostock train from?

Potsdam to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Rostock?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Rostock is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h.

Where does the Potsdam to Rostock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Rostock train arrive?

Potsdam to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Potsdam to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Rostock is 222 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Potsdam to Rostock.

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

Book your Potsdam to Rostock train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Potsdam to Rostock bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 2436+ hotels available in Rostock.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Rostock?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Potsdam 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
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Rostock Hauptbahnhof17
2h 39m
€35–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Rostock222.1 km
2h 35m
€5–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock central bus stationN160 / ...
4h
€20–35
Drive 221.5 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Rostock221.5 km
1h 56m
€31–45
Train via Berlin Hbf
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhof17
3h 3m
€29–63
Train via Berlin Hbf #2
1. Take the train from S Babelsberg to Berlin HbfS7
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Rostock HbfIc
3h 47m
€26–78

Potsdam to Rostock by train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.3 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Rostock Hauptbahnhof once a week. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock central bus station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €15–28 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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