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Cultural History Museum Rostock
Leading regional history museum in a former monastery, with Hanseatic art, archaeology, and changing exhibitions on Rostock's past.
Cheapest price on Sep 03
$31
Average ticket price on Sep 03
$54
Fastest journey on Sep 03
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 03
2 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 03
5
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
On Thu, Sep 03, we found 5 trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 03 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Thu, Sep 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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 2272
IC 2270
21854 · 4356
21846 · 3508 · 63986
21838 · 4354
IC 2270
IC 2272
21838 · 4354
21854 · 4356
21846 · 3508 · 63986Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
The journey is about 16m faster (2h 38m by train vs 2h 54m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $47 (€38)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock trains for today, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
21838 · 4354 | 8:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h07 | 11:23 AM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18109 · IC 2238 | On time 8:23 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h58 | 12:21 PM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18208 · 4356 | 8:58 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 4h25 | 1:23 PM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18509 · S15 · IC 2238 | On time 9:31 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h50 | 12:21 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21850 · 62013 · 13125 | 9:46 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 5h05 | 2:51 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
18312 · ICE 934 · ICE 1535 | On time 10:22 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 4h33 | 2:55 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
18511 · S1 · 3510 · 63988 | 10:31 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h53 | 2:24 PM Rostock Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2270 | 11:10 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h27 | 1:37 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
21862 · 3510 · 63988 | 11:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h08 | 2:24 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
18513 · S1 · 4358 | 11:31 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h52 | 3:23 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21870 · 4358 | 12:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h07 | 3:23 PM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2178 | On time 1:10 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h25 | 3:35 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
21878 · 3512 · 63990 | 1:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h08 | 4:24 PM Rostock Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21886 · 4360 | 2:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h07 | 5:23 PM Rostock Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 10:31. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 10:31 AM |
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Discover the best of Rostock — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rostock trip today.
Leading regional history museum in a former monastery, with Hanseatic art, archaeology, and changing exhibitions on Rostock's past.
Art museum in a landmark East German modernist building, known for important collections of 20th-century and contemporary art.
Maritime museum on a preserved cargo ship in IGA Park, explaining seafaring, shipbuilding, and life aboard a vessel.
Main pedestrian street lined with historic facades, shops, and gateways; ideal for experiencing Rostock's Hanseatic core on foot.
Central square with the town hall and market traditions, serving as the symbolic heart of Rostock's old city.
Popular promenade and beach district with sea views, ferries, and resort architecture; the city's best-known coastal outing area.
Fried or smoked Baltic herring, a Hanseatic coast staple long tied to Rostock's fishing trade and often served with potatoes or bread.
Smoked eel from nearby waters, prized in Mecklenburg coastal cuisine for its rich flavor and traditional smokehouse preparation.
Fresh Baltic cod, often pan-fried or baked, reflecting Rostock's maritime food culture and the region's preference for simple fish dishes.
Well-known fish restaurant in Warnemünde focused on fresh seafood and maritime classics near the waterfront.
Historic restaurant in the old town serving refined regional and German cuisine in an elegant, traditional setting.
Popular brewery pub known for house beer and hearty northern German dishes in a lively, rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Berlin or Hamburg, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip only for good service.
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Rostock Hbf -> Neuer Markt, Rostock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport 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.

Most Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rostock trains use the Berlin Hbf to Rostock Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rostock-Lütten Klein. Use this guide to compare Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Rostock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rostock Hbf is 1 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Layali Alsham, Heumond, Joho-Broiler, Cafe Kloster
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock Hbf. ATMs are available at Rostock Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock Hbf. Information desks are available at Rostock Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadthalle, Hotel Greifennest, Appartement-Hotel.
Rostock-Lütten Klein is 7 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock-Lütten Klein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zum Litfass, Eisgarten, Döner- und Grillhaus Pamukkale, Mr. Kebap Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock-Lütten Klein. ATMs are available at Rostock-Lütten Klein.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock-Lütten Klein. Information desks are available at Rostock-Lütten Klein.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock-Lütten Klein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock-Lütten Klein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock-Lütten Klein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock-Lütten Klein.
Rostock-Lichtenhagen is 8 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock-Lichtenhagen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bella Italia, Schnell-Imbiss, Boulevard Imbiss, China Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen. ATMs are available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen. Information desks are available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen.
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