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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 Oct 08
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$41
Fastest journey on Oct 08
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
2 h 45 m
Trains on Oct 08
7
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 $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 7 trains from Hamburg to Rostock, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 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 Thu, Oct 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.










Trains from Hamburg to Rostock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Rostock trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1032 | Delayed 4:36 PM 5:18 PMHamburg-Bergedorf | 1h37 | 6:05 PM 6:05 PMRostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 588 | Delayed 5:13 PM 7:03 PMHamburg Hbf | 1h49 | 8:52 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4317 | 7:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h29 | 9:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1520 | Delayed 6:06 PM 7:57 PMHamburg Hbf | 2h01 | 9:58 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4319 | 9:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h28 | 11:50 PM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4321 | 10:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h21 | 1:16 AM Rostock Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 8 | |||||
![]() | 6:38 AM Hamburg | 2h51 | 9:29 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:38 AM Hamburg | 2h51 | 10:29 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Hamburg | 2h44 | 10:50 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Hamburg | 2h44 | 11:50 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:06 AM Hamburg | 2h44 | 12:50 PM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Hamburg | 2h44 | 4:50 PM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 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.

Most Hamburg to Rostock trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rostock-Lütten Klein. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Rostock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
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 Parkstraße is 2 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock Parkstraße 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: Bäckerei u. Konditorei Nowak, Sparre, Diyar Bistro, Einehandvoll Pizza Manufaktur
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock Parkstraße. ATMs are available at Rostock Parkstraße.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock Parkstraße. Information desks are available at Rostock Parkstraße.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock Parkstraße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock Parkstraße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock Parkstraße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock Parkstraße.
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