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How to get from Essen to Rostock?

Are you planning to travel to Rostock from Essen and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Essen to Rostock, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Essen and Rostock, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, FlixBus or IC Bus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Essen and Rostock, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Rostock trip.

For your trip from Essen to Rostock, you have several transport options

Essen to Rostock bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Rostock, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Rostock train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Essen Rostock train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Essen Rostock

Carpooling between Essen and Rostock is perfect if you want to travel to Rostock in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Essen or Rostock.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Essen to Rostock transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Essen Rostock

City of departure
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Rostock
Germany
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Distance
281 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Essen to Rostock easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Rostock easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Essen and Rostock that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, FlixBus or IC Bus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Rostock with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Rostock

Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Essen to Rostock?
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Rostock is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Rostock?
Accessibility Train stations in Essen or Rostock are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Flexibility Essen Rostock train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Rostock?
On-board services Modern buses between Essen and Rostock are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Rostock are usually much slower than trains to Rostock to cover the 281 mi distance.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Rostock?

Essen departure bus stations

Essen
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Essen
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Essen Departure Stations

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Rostock arrival coach stations

Rostock, ZOB
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Warnemünde Werft
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Warnemünde Strand
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Rostock Arrival Stations

Rostock Hbf
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coach Essen Rostock

The frequency of departures to Essen from Rostock varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Rostock, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Essen-Rostock coach ticket will incur additional costs.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Essen-Rostock bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Essen Rostock

FlixBus
FlixBus
IC Bus
IC Bus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Rostock

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Rostock. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Essen and Rostock.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Essen to Rostock. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Essen to Rostock, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies from Essen to Rostock

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
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Carpool Essen Rostock

The number of seats available in a carpool from Essen to Rostock depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpooling is generally considered to be a safe option for travelling between Essen and Rostock. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Essen and Rostock, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Essen Rostock

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