The cheapest and fastest buses from Rostock to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rostock to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Hamburg will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rostock for Hamburg on Sun, Mar 01, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 bus and train for Rostock to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rostock to Hamburg 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 15m. 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 €18.
Distance: 151 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m 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
Rostock to Hamburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rostock to Hamburg buses for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Rostock, Central bus station | 3h15 | 11:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:35 AM Rostock, Warnemünde Strand | 7h53 | 7:28 PM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:40 AM Rostock, Warnemünde Werft (Parking) | 7h48 | 7:28 PM Hamburg Harburg | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM Rostock, Central bus station | 3h25 | 9:15 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rostock to Hamburg
Buses from Rostock to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. 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 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 02:50 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Rostock to HamburgYou can travel by bus between Rostock to Hamburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar 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 Rostock to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rostock to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rostock to Hamburg
- 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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