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The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Rostock
Showing times and prices for Dec 28
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
320 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Rostock will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Göttingen to Rostock without transferring at least once.
09:56AM4h54
Göttingen02:50PMRostock
$991One-way
1 transfer
11:56AM4h54
Göttingen04:50PMRostock
$991One-way
1 transfer
01:56PM4h54
Göttingen06:50PMRostock
$991One-way
1 transfer
03:56PM4h54
Göttingen08:50PMRostock
$991One-way
1 transfer
05:56PM4h54
Göttingen10:50PMRostock
$991One-way
1 transfer
07:44AM3h48
Göttingen11:32AMRostock
$1071One-way
1 transfer
03:44PM3h48
Göttingen07:32PMRostock
$1071One-way
1 transfer
09:43AM3h49
Göttingen01:32PMRostock
$1071One-way
1 transfer
01:43PM3h49
Göttingen05:32PMRostock
$1071One-way
1 transfer
05:43PM3h49
Göttingen09:32PMRostock
$1071One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Göttingen to Rostock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€76 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Why should you book Göttingen to Rostock trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn (ICE) as well as Metronom offer trains services from Göttingen to Rostock. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Göttingen to Rostock.
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn (ICE)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn (ICE), but also compare tickets for the likes of Metronom to find the best option for your trip from Göttingen to Rostock.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn (ICE) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Göttingen to Rostock.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Deutsche Bahn (ICE) tickets can be bought on Deutsche Bahn (ICE)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Metronom to help you choose the right option for your journey from Göttingen to Rostock.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Göttingen to Rostock.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Rostock
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Trains from Göttingen to Rostock run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:44, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $29 (€23)
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 02:44 |
Last train 23:13 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $29 (€23)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom from Göttingen to Rostock trainsDeutsche Bahn, Metronom trains will get you between Göttingen and Rostock from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€29)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Rostock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen 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.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Rostock is ideal to explore the city's historic sites, enjoy the local cuisine, and visit the nearby seaside resort of Warnemünde.
The train journey from Göttingen to Rostock offers a mix of scenic views, including the charming landscapes of Lower Saxony and the serene waterways and forests of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
In Rostock, you can explore the botanical garden at Rostock Zoo, enjoy a day at the popular Warnemünde Beach with its picturesque lighthouse and vibrant promenade, and stroll along Kröpeliner Straße, a bustling shopping street. Visit the Rostock Art Museum for contemporary and classical art, and take a harbor cruise from Rostock City Harbor to experience the city's maritime charm. Don't miss St. Mary's Church with its historic Gothic architecture and astronomical clock, and Kröpeliner Tor, a medieval city gate.
A day trip from Göttingen to Rostock is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 15m. The distance is 198 miles (320 km) and there are 9 train trips per day.
Train ticket prices from Göttingen to Rostock can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $36 (€29), while the average price is around $95 (€76).
The distance by train from Göttingen to Rostock is 198 miles (320 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Göttingen to Rostock.
The cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Rostock is by bus, with a cost of around $29 (€23).
Yes, there is a direct train from Göttingen to Rostock. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The first train from Göttingen to Rostock leaves at 2:44 AM.
The last train from Göttingen to Rostock leaves at 11:13 PM.
The train from Göttingen to Rostock takes 4h 15m and runs 9 per day.
The train station in Göttingen that goes to Rostock is Göttingen station, which connects to Rostock Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Göttingen to Rostock.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Göttingen to Rostock
Göttingen
Rostock
The major train station for departures in Göttingen is Göttingen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göttingen for your trip from Göttingen to Rostock.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
Dining
- Mannamia
- Europic
- Efes Döner
- Bratwurst Glöckle
Hotel
- Kasseler Hof
- Hotel Schiffer
- B&B Hotel Göttingen-City
The major train station for arrivals in Rostock is Rostock Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rostock Hbf for your journey to Rostock from Göttingen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Layali Alsham
- Heumond
- Joho-Broiler
- Cafe Kloster
Hotel
- Hotel Stadthalle
- Hotel Greifennest
- Appartement-Hotel
Rostock-Lichtenhagen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- Bella Italia
- Schnell-Imbiss
- Boulevard Imbiss
- China Imbiss
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityMost popular train connections from Göttingen
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