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Compare train and coach for Hanover to Rostock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 249 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Rostock
Compare the available ways to get from Hanover to Rostock, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Rostock is a coach with an average price of £33.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Rostock:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Rostock costing on average £66.
The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Rostock is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 46m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hanover and Rostock including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £66 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£26. The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Hanover to Rostock
How to get to Rostock from Hanover by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Hanover to Rostock is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- ICE 1080 · 4305
5:26 4h24 Hanover Hbf 9:50 Rostock Hbf £25 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- ICE 1080 · 4305
5:26 4h24 Hanover Hbf 9:50 Rostock Hbf £25 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
- ICE 588
17:36 3h16 Hanover Hbf 20:52 Rostock Hbf £76 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
Train
Coach
- ICE 1541 · 4352
2:42 6h41 Hanover Hbf 9:23 Rostock Hbf £25 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 1536
7:31 3h24 Hanover Hbf 10:55 Rostock Hbf £39 1 One-way 0 changes - ICE 686 · ICE 1534
9:36 3h19 Hanover Hbf 12:55 Rostock Hbf £53 1 One-way 1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus
12:45 7h40 Hanover Central Station 20:25 Rostock, Central bus station £33 1 One-way 1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus
3:00 9h15 Hanover Central Station 12:15 Rostock, Central bus station £34 1 One-way 1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus
5:45 9h00 Hanover Central Station 14:45 Rostock, Central bus station £36 1 One-way 1 change
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Best day trips from Rostock by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Rostock are Gedser, Berlin, Hamburg, Schwerin and Lübeck. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Rostock on Omio.
Day trip from Rostock to Berlin by ferry
Why visit Berlin for the day?
Berlin is Germany’s capital, known for its layered history and creative, straightforward character. The Brandenburg Gate, museum collections and traces of the Berlin Wall sit among green spaces, varied districts and a strong nightlife culture.
Day trip from Rostock to Hamburg by ferry
Why visit Hamburg for the day?
Hamburg is Germany's great port city, known for its harbour, canals and maritime character. Historic warehouse districts sit alongside modern architecture, while music, nightlife and waterside neighbourhoods give the city an energetic but grounded feel.
Day trip from Rostock to Schwerin by ferry
Why visit Schwerin for the day?
Schwerin is known for Schwerin Castle, which stands dramatically on an island among the city's lakes. Its historic centre, gardens and waterside setting give the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern capital a calm, elegant feel.
Day trip from Rostock to Lübeck by ferry
Why visit Lübeck for the day?
Lübeck is known for its Hanseatic past, brick Gothic churches and marzipan tradition. Its UNESCO-listed old town, set between waterways, feels historic, compact and quietly maritime.
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FAQs: Hanover to Rostock
Travel to Rostock easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hanover to Rostock.
There are 2 options to travel between Hanover and Rostock including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Rostock is a coach with an average price of £33.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Rostock:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Rostock costing on average £66.
The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Rostock is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 46m.
The Hanover to Rostock distance is approximately 249 km.
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Rostock is:
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 6 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover and Rostock as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hanover to Rostock:
- Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Rostock Hbf.
- Coaches mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Rostock, Central bus station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Rostock, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Rostock by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rostock by train.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover to Rostock often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Berlin, Trelleborg, Malmö, Gedser. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rostock and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Hanover to Rostock, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Rostock, you can explore the botanical garden at Rostock Zoo for a peaceful retreat among diverse plant species, enjoy a day at Warnemünde Beach for sunbathing and water sports, or stroll along Kröpeliner Straße, a lively shopping street. Visit the Rostock Art Museum for contemporary and classical art, and take a harbour cruise from Rostock City Harbour to soak in the city's maritime charm. Don't miss St. Mary's Church with its renowned astronomical clock, the picturesque Warnemünde Beach with its lighthouse, Kröpeliner Tor, a medieval city gate, and Rostock City Harbour with its scenic views and dining options.
To explore Rostock's historic architecture, the seaside Warnemünde district, and cultural attractions, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient.
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