What is the best way to travel from Essen to Rostock?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Rostock from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Rostock from Essen?
You can reach Rostock with just £29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus12h 45m012:40EssenCentral Station01:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 12:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
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FlixBus13h 30m022:35EssenCentral Station12:05RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 22:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 12:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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FlixBus16h 25m018:15EssenCentral Station10:40RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 10:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
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FlixBus17h 25m003:00EssenCentral Station20:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 03:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 05/12/2025 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus13h 30m022:35EssenCentral Station12:05RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 22:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 12:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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FlixBus15h 25m022:45EssenCentral Station14:10RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 22:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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FlixBus12h 45m012:40EssenCentral Station01:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 12:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus12h 45m012:40EssenCentral Station01:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 12:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 12/12/2025 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Essen to Rostock?
You can get to Rostock from Essen in just 12h 45m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus12h 45m012:40EssenCentral Station01:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 12:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
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FlixBus13h 30m022:35EssenCentral Station12:05RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 22:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 12:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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FlixBus16h 25m018:15EssenCentral Station10:40RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 10:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
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FlixBus17h 25m003:00EssenCentral Station20:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 03:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 05/12/2025 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus12h 45m012:40EssenCentral Station01:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 12:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
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FlixBus13h 30m022:35EssenCentral Station12:05RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 22:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 12:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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FlixBus15h 25m022:45EssenCentral Station14:10RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 22:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus12h 45m012:40EssenCentral Station01:25RostockCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 12:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Rostock (Germany) arriving at 12/12/2025 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Essen to Rostock
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Rostock?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Rostock you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Central Station or Bramow Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rostock from Essen? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Rostock, you can pay as low as £29 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Rostock in just 12h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Rostock are FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Rostock is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Kritzmow, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Rostock?
The most popular companies between Essen and Rostock, are FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Rostock
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Rostock. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Rostock
How can I reach Rostock from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Rostock from Essen.
How far is Rostock from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Rostock is 450.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Rostock?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 77 kgs, and a flight 111 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Rostock?
You can get to Rostock with just £29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Rostock?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rostock in just 12h 45m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Essen and to Rostock
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Rostock. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Essen
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