What is the best way to travel from Rostock to Cologne?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Rostock?
You can reach Cologne with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, 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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Deutsche Bahn10h 47m022:08RostockCentral Station08:55CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 22:08:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 20/09/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 47m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 7m020:34RostockCentral Station06:41CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 20:34:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 20/09/2026 06:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 23m017:04RostockCentral Station23:27CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 17:04:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 19/09/2026 23:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 51m000:08RostockCentral Station10:59CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 00:08:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 51m
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Corendon Airlines14h 40m018:20Rostock-Laage AirportRostock-Laage Airport09:00Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Corendon Airlines goes from Rostock-Laage Airport, Rostock-Laage Airport (Germany) at 22/09/2026 18:20:00 to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 23/09/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £232 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
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Corendon Airlines14h 10m018:20Rostock-Laage AirportRostock-Laage Airport08:30Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Corendon Airlines goes from Rostock-Laage Airport, Rostock-Laage Airport (Germany) at 22/09/2026 18:20:00 to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £233 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
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Corendon Airlines18h 30m018:20Rostock-Laage AirportRostock-Laage Airport12:50Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Corendon Airlines goes from Rostock-Laage Airport, Rostock-Laage Airport (Germany) at 22/09/2026 18:20:00 to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 23/09/2026 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £247 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
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What are the fastest trips from Rostock to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Rostock in just 6h 23m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. 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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Deutsche Bahn6h 23m017:04RostockCentral Station23:27CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 17:04:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 19/09/2026 23:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 7m020:34RostockCentral Station06:41CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 20:34:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 20/09/2026 06:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 47m022:08RostockCentral Station08:55CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 22:08:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 20/09/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 47m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 51m000:08RostockCentral Station10:59CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Rostock (Germany) at 19/09/2026 00:08:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 19/09/2026 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 51m
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Corendon Airlines14h 10m018:20Rostock-Laage AirportRostock-Laage Airport08:30Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Corendon Airlines goes from Rostock-Laage Airport, Rostock-Laage Airport (Germany) at 22/09/2026 18:20:00 to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 23/09/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £233 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
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Corendon Airlines14h 40m018:20Rostock-Laage AirportRostock-Laage Airport09:00Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Corendon Airlines goes from Rostock-Laage Airport, Rostock-Laage Airport (Germany) at 22/09/2026 18:20:00 to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 23/09/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £232 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
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Corendon Airlines18h 30m018:20Rostock-Laage AirportRostock-Laage Airport12:50Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport0EconomyA Flight from Corendon Airlines goes from Rostock-Laage Airport, Rostock-Laage Airport (Germany) at 22/09/2026 18:20:00 to Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) arriving at 23/09/2026 12:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £247 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
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Bus from Rostock to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Rostock and Cologne?
In Rostock, you will usually depart from Bramow Train Station, Central Station or Central Bus Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz 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 Cologne from Rostock? With 4 connections between 1 Flight 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 Rostock and Cologne, you can pay as low as £24 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Cologne in just 6h 23m.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 Rostock and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and Corendon Airlines, 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 Rostock and Cologne 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 Kritzmow or to Huerth, and look at flights from Rostock-Laage Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. 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 Rostock to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Rostock and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and Corendon Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
Airlines: Corendon Airlines
All you need to know when you travel from Rostock to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Rostock to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Rostock to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Rostock?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight and Train, with which you can get to Cologne from Rostock.
How far is Cologne from Rostock?
The distance between Rostock and Cologne is 493.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Rostock and Cologne?
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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 84 kgs, and a flight 121 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Rostock to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Rostock to Cologne?
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 Cologne in just 6h 23m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Rostock and to Cologne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Rostock and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
