How to travel from Rostock to Berlin, Germany

The distance between Rostock and Berlin is around 220km (137 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Rostock to Berlin by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Berlin Hbf.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €75($75)
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Bus

Take the bus to Berlin ZOB [Fernbus].

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departstwice daily
Operated byFlixBus-de+ 1 others
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Drive

Drive to Berlin Hbf.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance220km (137 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rostock and Berlin

There are several options for getting from Rostock to Berlin by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €75 ($75).

The distance between Rostock and Berlin is around 220km (137 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 194km (121 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Rostock and Berlin by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rostock to Berlin is to take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €75 ($75).

The cheapest way to travel between Rostock and Berlin, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rostock and Berlin. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Rostock and Berlin with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 2hrs.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity, Deutsche Bahn and Deutsche Bahn Regional run train services between Rostock and Berlin. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Rostock and Berlin. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Rostock and Berlin with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 3hrs.

FlixBus-de, FlixBus and EuroClub run regular bus services between Rostock and Berlin. Buses run twice daily and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Rostock to Berlin. We recommend that you take the train to Berlin Hbf. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Berlin is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) (BER) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Berlin. Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) (LEJ) and Dresden Airport (DRS) (DRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Rostock and Berlin. The distance is around 220km (137 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rostock to Berlin is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around €75 ($75).

How do I get from Rostock to Berlin

Compare travel optionsbetween Rostock and Berlin

Transport options from Rostock to Berlin
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2hrs
€75($75)
every 4 hours220km (137 miles)
Bus
3hrs
twice daily223km (139 miles)
Drive
2hrs
€29($29)
on demand220km (137 miles)

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Airports near Berlin

The following major airports near Berlin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

BER
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Berlin
LEJ
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
International Airport
Distance
146km (91 miles) from Berlin
DRS
Dresden Airport (DRS)
International Airport
Distance
157km (98 miles) from Berlin