- Must visit
Cultural History Museum Rostock
Leading regional history museum in a former monastery, with Hanseatic art, archaeology, and changing exhibitions on Rostock's past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lübeck to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lübeck to Rostock will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Lübeck to Rostock, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.

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Trains from Lübeck to Rostock run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 36m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lübeck to Rostock.
The table below shows live departures for Lübeck to Rostock trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:36 AM Lübeck | 1h53 | 9:29 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Lübeck | 1h49 | 9:50 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Lübeck | 1h48 | 9:50 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:36 AM Lübeck | 1h53 | 10:29 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:02 AM Lübeck | 1h48 | 10:50 AM Rostock | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Lübeck to Rostock with Deutsche Bahn, Regional-Express, and Intercity. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and Regional-Express. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Rostock.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lübeck 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 Lübeck to Rostock trains use the Lübeck Hbf to Rostock Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rostock-Evershagen. Use this guide to compare Lübeck and Rostock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck 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: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand is 16 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand 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: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Strandoase, Ostsee Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde, Seeschlößchen, Deutscher Kaiser.
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-Evershagen is 6 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock-Evershagen 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: Kinh Bac, Taner Bistro
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock-Evershagen. ATMs are available at Rostock-Evershagen.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock-Evershagen. Information desks are available at Rostock-Evershagen.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock-Evershagen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock-Evershagen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock-Evershagen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock-Evershagen.
Check train stations information for Lübeck and Rostock, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.