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Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Rostock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £387.
Distance: 306 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£64 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £387 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Leipzig to Rostock
Compare the available ways to get from Leipzig to Rostock, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Rostock is a coach with an average price of £32.
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Rostock:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Rostock costing on average £64.
A coach is £355 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Rostock costing on average £387.
The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Rostock is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 28m.
Coach takes on average 6h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Rostock including taking a train, coach and flight.
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 £64 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£13. The journey takes 3h 58m versus 3h 51m 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 Leipzig to Rostock
How to get to Rostock from Leipzig by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Leipzig to Rostock is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus
10:40 7h20 Leipzig, Hbf 18:00 Rostock, Central bus station £30 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus
10:40 7h20 Leipzig, Hbf 18:00 Rostock, Central bus station £30 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
- LH159 · LH6
6:10 2h55 Leipzig/Halle Airport 9:05 Hamburg Airport £379 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
Train
Coach
Flight
- ICE 1553 · IC 2270
8:37 6h25 Leipzig Hbf 15:02 Rostock Hbf £60 1 One-way 1 change - IC 2048 · ICE 802 · 13171 · IC 2270
10:23 4h39 Leipzig Hbf 15:02 Rostock Hbf £83 1 One-way 3 changes - ICE 696 · ICE 144 · 62013 · 13125
9:16 5h35 Leipzig Hbf 14:51 Rostock Hbf £83 1 One-way 3 changes
FlixTrain+FlixBus8:45 8h00 Leipzig Hbf 16:45 Rostock, Central bus station £30 1 One-way 1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus
10:50 7h10 Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) 18:00 Rostock, Central bus station £30 1 One-way 1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus
6:05 6h00 Leipzig, Hbf 12:05 Rostock, Central bus station £31 1 One-way 1 change
- LH157 · LH34
18:40 3h40 Leipzig/Halle Airport 22:20 Hamburg Airport £379 1 One-way 1 change - LH159 · LH10
6:10 3h55 Leipzig/Halle Airport 10:05 Hamburg Airport £379 1 One-way 1 change - LH159 · LH12
6:10 4h55 Leipzig/Halle Airport 11:05 Hamburg Airport £379 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: Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Rostock.
There are 3 options to travel between Leipzig and Rostock including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Rostock is a coach with an average price of £32.
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Rostock:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Rostock costing on average £64.
A coach is £355 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Rostock costing on average £387.
The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Rostock is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 28m.
Coach takes on average 6h 25m.
The Leipzig to Rostock distance is approximately 306 km.
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Rostock is:
- Around 10 coaches per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 4 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Rostock as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leipzig to Rostock:
- Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in Rostock Hbf.
- Coaches mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in Rostock, Central bus station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Rostock, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rostock by train.
- Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Rostock by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Rostock by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Rostock, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
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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