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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Hanover is to rideshare which costs €12 - €20 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Hanover is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Hanover?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Hanover station. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Hanover central bus station via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Hanover?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Hannover Hauptbahnhof. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Rostock to Hanover?

The distance between Rostock and Hanover is 473 km. The road distance is 290.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Hanover without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 3h 52m and costs €45 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Rostock to Hanover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Hanover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rostock to Hanover train from?

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

Train or bus from Rostock to Hanover?

The best way to get from Rostock to Hanover is to train via Berlin which takes 3h 52m and costs €45 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €55 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Rostock to Hanover bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rostock to Hanover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rostock to Hanover?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Hanover is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Rostock to Hanover.

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

Book your Rostock to Hanover train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hanover?

There are 1404+ hotels available in Hanover.

Can I share a ride from Rostock to Hanover?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Rostock to Hanover 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 via Berlin
best
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain 17
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 19 / ...
3h 52m
€45–124
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rostock to Hanoverrideshare 289.5 km
3h 39m
€12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N1386 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Hanover central bus stationbus 182 / ...
6h 15m
€20–52
Train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 25
4h 19m
€35–110
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 33 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
4h 57m
€39–114
Drive 290.8 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Hanovercar 290.8 km
3h 37m
€42–60

Rostock to Hanover by train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 473.2 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Hbf in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Hanover central bus station via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof in around 6h 15m.

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