What is the cheapest way to get from Groningen to Rostock?

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Rostock is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Groningen to Rostock?

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Rostock is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs €80 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Rostock?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Groningen central station station and arriving at Rostock central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Rostock?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Leer(Ostfriesl), Bremen Hbf and Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Groningen to Rostock?

The distance between Groningen and Rostock is 503 km. The road distance is 465.9 km.

How do I travel from Groningen to Rostock without a car?

The best way to get from Groningen to Rostock without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 29m and costs €55 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Groningen to Rostock?

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Groningen to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rostock bus from?

Groningen to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rostock train from?

Groningen to Rostock train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Groningen station.

Train or bus from Groningen to Rostock?

The best way to get from Groningen to Rostock is to train via Hamburg which takes 6h 30m and costs €75 - €360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h.

Where does the Groningen to Rostock bus arrive?

Groningen to Rostock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rostock central bus station.

Where does the Groningen to Rostock train arrive?

Groningen to Rostock train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Leer(Ostfriesl) station.

Can I drive from Groningen to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Rostock is 466 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Groningen to Rostock.

How do I get a train ticket from Groningen to Rostock?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Groningen to Rostock?

Book your Groningen to Rostock bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rostock?

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Groningen to Rostock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Groningen to Rostock by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Groningen to Hamburg - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
6h 29m
€60–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Rostock central bus stationbus N1386 / ...
8h
€35–60
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)train
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Bremen Hbftrain 56
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
4. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
6h 30m
€80–356
Drive 465.9 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Rostockcar 465.9 km
4h 14m
€84–121
Train
1. Take the train from Groningen Europapark to Leer(Ostfriesl)train
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Bremen Hbftrain 56
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33
6h 55m
€79–316

Groningen to Rostock by bus and train

8Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 503.3 km
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Rostock, Germany?

You can take a train from Groningen to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Leer(Ostfriesl), Bremen Hbf, and Hamburg Hbf in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Rostock central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 8h.

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