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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
$47
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
7 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Rostock will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Dortmund for Rostock on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 425 km distance in an average of 7 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 4 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 8 h 58 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $114.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Rostock:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Rostock costing on average $67.
A bus is $198 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Rostock costing on average $256.
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 25m.
Bus takes on average 14h 1m.
The journey is about 10m faster (5h 25m by train vs 5h 35m by car) and roughly $27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($67 vs $95). 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.
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 Dortmund to Rostock trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:25 AM Dortmund | 6h25 | 12:50 PM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 AM Dortmund | 6h04 | 1:29 PM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 AM Dortmund | 8h28 | 4:00 PM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Dortmund | 8h58 | 5:30 PM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Rostock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 12:36 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Rostock trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Rostock Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rostock-Marienehe. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Rostock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Stadthaus 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: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
Dortmund Möllerbrücke is 1 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Möllerbrücke 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: Subway, Kleimann, Linus, Teheran
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. ATMs are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Information desks are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Möllerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, Cityhotel Dortmund, Hotel Fürst garden, Hotel Unique Novum.
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-Marienehe is 4 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock-Marienehe 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: Jägersnack, Fischbratküche, Am Kai 334, Kantine ABC-Bau
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock-Marienehe. ATMs are available at Rostock-Marienehe.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock-Marienehe. Information desks are available at Rostock-Marienehe.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock-Marienehe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock-Marienehe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock-Marienehe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock-Marienehe.
Nearby hotels include Hotel im AFZ.
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