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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Kiel is to rideshare which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Kiel is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Kiel?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Kiel station. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Kiel central bus station via Lübeck. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Kiel?

No, there is no direct train from Rostock to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Kiel Hbf via Bad Kleinen Bahnhof and Luebeck Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Rostock to Kiel?

The distance between Rostock and Kiel is 213 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Kiel without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Rostock to Kiel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Kiel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rostock to Kiel train from?

Rostock to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rostock to Kiel?

The best way to get from Rostock to Kiel is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Rostock to Kiel bus arrive?

Rostock to Kiel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lübeck station.

Where does the Rostock to Kiel train arrive?

Rostock to Kiel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bad Kleinen Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Rostock to Kiel?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Kiel is 200 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Rostock to Kiel.

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

Book your Rostock to Kiel train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Rostock to Kiel bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kiel?

There are 1539+ hotels available in Kiel.

Can I share a ride from Rostock to Kiel?

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

Rostock to Kiel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rostock to Kiel 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
best
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Bad Kleinen Bahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Bad Kleinen Bahnhof to Lübeck Hbftrain Re2 / ...
3. Take the train from Luebeck Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain Re / ...
3h 38m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rostock to Kielrideshare 198.8 km
2h 25m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Lübeckbus N1386 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lübeck to Kiel central bus stationbus 353
4h 5m
€19–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rostock Paulstraße to Grevesmühlen Bahnhofbus Re2
2. Take the bus from Grevesmühlen Busbahnhof to Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhofbus 335
3. Take the train from Luebeck Hbf to Kiel Hbftrain Re / ...
4h 44m
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Kielcar 199.8 km
1h 58m
€29–41

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 212.5 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Kiel Hbf via Bad Kleinen Bahnhof, Lübeck Hbf, and Luebeck Hbf in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Kiel central bus station via Lübeck in around 4h 5m.

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