The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Rostock
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rostock will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg for Rostock on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 2260
RE 11412 · RE 56853 · RE 4309
RE 11414 · RE 56855 · RE 4329
RE 11410 · RE 56851 · RE 4327
RE 11408 · RE 56849 · RE 4307
RE 11414 · RE 56855 · RE 4329
RE 11410 · RE 56851 · RE 4327
RE 11408 · RE 56849 · RE 4307
RE 11412 · RE 56853 · RE 4309
IC 2260Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Rostock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 151 km
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2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Rostock train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Rostock trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RE 11408 · RE 56849 · RE 4307 | On time 7:06 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 9:50 AM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2260 | On time 7:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h48 | 10:26 AM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 11410 · RE 56851 · RE 4327 | On time 8:06 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 10:50 AM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11412 · RE 56853 · RE 4309 | On time 9:06 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h46 | 11:52 AM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11414 · RE 56855 · RE 4329 | On time 10:06 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 12:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11416 · RE 56857 · RE 4311 | On time 11:06 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 1:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2262 | On time 11:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h56 | 2:26 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 11466 · IC 2262 | On time 11:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h52 | 2:26 PM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 11418 · RE 56859 · RE 4331 | On time 12:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 2:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11420 · RE 56861 · RE 4313 | On time 1:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 3:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11422 · RE 56863 · RE 4333 | On time 2:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 4:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11424 · RE 56865 · RE 4315 | On time 3:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 5:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2264 | On time 3:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 6:26 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 11474 · IC 2264 | On time 3:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h52 | 6:26 PM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 11426 · RE 56867 · RE 4335 | On time 4:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 6:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11428 · RE 56869 · RE 4317 | On time 5:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 7:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 11430 · RE 56871 · RE 4337 | On time 6:06 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h44 | 8:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Rostock
Trains from Hamburg to Rostock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Rostock trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Rostock from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Rostock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rostock by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rostock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Hamburg, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Airport and Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße. When arriving in Rostock, you can end your trip in train stations like Rostock Hbf, Rostock-Lütten Klein and Rostock Holbeinplatz.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Rostock Hbf, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Rostock
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Most wanted Burger
- LüttLiv
- T.R.U.D.E.
- Schweinske Barmbek
- Hotel am Stadtpark
- IntercityHotel Hamburg-Barmbek
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- Asia Lam
- Dutch
- Schweinske
- Sultan's Kepub
- Osteria Tarantino
- Treffpunkt Imbiss
- Grillimbiss Bernd
- Asia-Imbiss
- Hotel Zum Studio
- Hotel Hansen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Kirchenallee and Steintorwall.
- Block House
- Schweinske
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg
- Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-14 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- U-Bahn: Line U1, Line U2, Line U3
- S-Bahn: Line S1, Line S2, Line S3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Layali Alsham
- Heumond
- Joho-Broiler
- Cafe Kloster
- Hotel Stadthalle
- Hotel Greifennest
- Appartement-Hotel
- Kinh Bac
- Taner Bistro
- Bella Italia
- Schnell-Imbiss
- Boulevard Imbiss
- China Imbiss
- Zum Litfass
- Eisgarten
- Döner- und Grillhaus Pamukkale
- Mr. Kebap Grill
- Bäckerei u. Konditorei Nowak
- Sparre
- Diyar Bistro
- Einehandvoll Pizza Manufaktur
- Cafe in der Kunsthalle
- Am Kai 334
- Stadtteilcafé "KU 77"
- Bistro Rue-de-Carl
- Hotel im AFZ
- Bäckerei u. Konditorei Nowak
- Little Money
- SushideLuxe
- Lucullus-Dream
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