The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Rostock
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rostock will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Hamburg for Rostock on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Rostock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 151 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Rostock bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Rostock buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h25 | 9:40 AM Rostock, Central bus station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h40 | 5:30 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h45 | 5:35 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Strand | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:18 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h12 | 5:30 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:18 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h17 | 5:35 PM Rostock, Warnemünde Strand | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h15 | 7:25 PM Rostock, Central bus station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Rostock
Buses from Hamburg to Rostock run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 20:35. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 02:50 |
Last bus 20:35 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Hamburg to RostockYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Rostock with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Rostock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rostock by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rostock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Hamburg, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport. When arriving in Rostock, you can end your journey in coach stations like Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking) and Rostock, Central bus station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking), located 8.7 miles (14 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Rostock
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
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