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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Erfurt is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Erfurt is to train via Berlin which takes 4h 53m and costs €80 - €400.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Erfurt?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Erfurt station. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Erfurt central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Erfurt?

No, there is no direct train from Rostock to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Erfurt Hbf via Neustrelitz Hauptbahnhof and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Rostock to Erfurt?

The distance between Rostock and Erfurt is 503 km. The road distance is 417.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Erfurt without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 4h 53m and costs €80 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Rostock to Erfurt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Erfurt bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rostock to Erfurt train from?

Rostock to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rostock to Erfurt?

The best way to get from Rostock to Erfurt is to train via Berlin which takes 4h 53m and costs €80 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 8h.

Where does the Rostock to Erfurt bus arrive?

Rostock to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Rostock to Erfurt train arrive?

Rostock to Erfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Neustrelitz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Rostock to Erfurt?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Erfurt is 417 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Rostock to Erfurt.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Erfurt?

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Rostock to Erfurt - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Rostock to Erfurt by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Berlin
best
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Neustrelitz Hauptbahnhoftrain 17
2. Take the train from Neustrelitz Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain Re5
3. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
4h 53m
€81–392
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Erfurt central train stationbus N3216
8h
€44–76
Drive 417.3 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Erfurtcar 417.3 km
5h
€60–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane HAM - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain
7h 11m
€179–599
Train
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Schwerin Hauptbahnhoftrain 17 / ...
2. Take the train from Ludwigslust Bahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 11 / ...
5h 50m
€99–456
Train via Magdeburg
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Wittenberge, Bahnhoftrain 17 / ...
2. Take the train from Wittenberge, Bahnhof to Magdeburg-Buckautrain S1
3. Take the train from Magdeburg-Buckau to Erfurt Hbftrain Re / ...
6h 55m
€86–219

Rostock to Erfurt by train

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Distance: 503.3 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Rostock, Germany and Erfurt, Germany?

You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf via Neustrelitz Hauptbahnhof and Berlin Hbf in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Erfurt central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof in around 8h.

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