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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Jena is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Jena is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Jena?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Jena station. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Jena bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Jena?

No, there is no direct train from Rostock to Jena. However, there are services departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Jena Paradies via Berlin Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Rostock to Jena?

The distance between Rostock and Jena is 466 km. The road distance is 434.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Jena without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 5h 2m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Rostock to Jena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Jena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rostock to Jena train from?

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

Train or bus from Rostock to Jena?

The best way to get from Rostock to Jena is to train via Berlin which takes 5h 2m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Rostock to Jena bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rostock to Jena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rostock to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Jena is 435 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Rostock to Jena.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Jena?

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Rostock to Jena - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rostock to Jena by train, bus, 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 Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain Rb
5h 2m
€59–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 1361 / ...
2. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Jena bus stationbus N780
7h 20m
€32–61
Drive 434.7 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Jenacar 434.7 km
3h 42m
€62–89
Train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 57
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Saalbftrain Rb
5h 20m
€46–128

Rostock to Jena by train

117Weekly Trains

5h 2mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.2 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Jena Paradies via Berlin Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Jena bus station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 7h 20m.

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