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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €28 - €31 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Cologne is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs €80 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Rostock to Cologne?

The distance between Rostock and Cologne is 649 km. The road distance is 593.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €110 - €550.

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

The train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 6h 11m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Rostock to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rostock to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Cologne is 594 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Rostock to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1815+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Rostock to Cologne?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 33 / ...
6h 11m
€110–550
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rostock to Colognerideshare 593 km
6h 7m
€28–31
Drive 593.6 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Colognecar 593.6 km
5h 3m
€85–122
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
5h 8m
€112–419
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
6h 45m
€113–517
Train via Hamburg #2
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Central Stationtrain Flx20
7h 14m
€68–217
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
5h 34m
€122–430
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
5h 42m
€131–456
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 56m
€146–491

Rostock to Cologne by train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 648.8 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €110–550 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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