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 €27 - €30 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 train and fly which takes 5h and costs €90 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rostock to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Rostock to Cologne?

The distance between Rostock and Cologne is 630 km. The road distance is 593.4 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 7h 18m and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Rostock to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Cologne bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Rostock to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rostock to Cologne is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €75 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Rostock to Cologne bus arrive?

Rostock to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Rostock to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rostock to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Cologne is 593 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m 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?

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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 - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 11 ways to get from Rostock to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, rideshare, or car train

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 Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf33 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbf43 / ...
7h 18m
€57–151
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rostock to Cologne592.7 km
6h 7m
€27–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler OmnibusbahnhofN1386 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to LeverkusenN74
12h 28m
€28–70
Drive 593.4 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Cologne593.4 km
5h 1m
€84–122
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BER
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BER - CGN
5h
€93–277
Train via Cologne Messe/Deutz
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf33 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Messe/DeutzFlx20
7h 40m
€47–126
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Rostock to Hamburg Hbf
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to Göttingen
3. Drive from Göttingen to Cologne
6h 10m
€151–207
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)HAM - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
6h
€124–338
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BER
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BER - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 36m
€111–343
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)HAM - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
6h 25m
€128–305
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BER
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)BER - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
5h 57m
€125–380

Rostock to Cologne by train

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Distance: 630.4 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Köln Heumarkt via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 12h 28m.

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