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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €14 - €27 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Leipzig is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Leipzig station. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Rostock to Leipzig?

The distance between Rostock and Leipzig is 387 km. The road distance is 370.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Leipzig without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 3h 54m and costs €19 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Rostock to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Leipzig bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rostock to Leipzig train from?

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

Train or bus from Rostock to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Rostock to Leipzig is to train via Berlin which takes 3h 54m and costs €19 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €55 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Rostock to Leipzig bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rostock to Leipzig train arrive?

Rostock to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S Südkreuz Bhf station.

Can I drive from Rostock to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Leipzig is 371 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Rostock to Leipzig.

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

Book your Rostock to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1431+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Rostock to Leipzig?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rostock to Leipzig by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 S Südkreuz Bhf17
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbf28 / ...
3h 54m
€19–114
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rostock to Leipzig372.7 km
4h 2m
€14–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen OmnibusbahnhofN132 / ...
2. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Leipzig central train station025 / ...
6h 45m
€23–52
Drive 370.9 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Leipzig370.9 km
3h 9m
€53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf57 / ...
4h 16m
€40–120

Rostock to Leipzig by train

115Weekly Trains

3h 54mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.1 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf via S Südkreuz Bhf in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Leipzig central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 6h 45m.

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