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Staatliches Museum Schwerin
Main art museum in the State Museum complex, known for Dutch, Flemish, and German works plus changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$42
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$48
Fastest journey on Sep 07
1 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
1 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 07
22
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lübeck to Schwerin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lübeck to Schwerin will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Lübeck to Schwerin without transferring at least once.
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21129Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Schwerin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Lübeck to Schwerin:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lübeck to Schwerin costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Schwerin take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 7m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 7m by train vs 1h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $14 (€11) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lübeck to Schwerin trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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21145+ 4333 | 6:01 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h50 | 7:51 AM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21145+ 4333 | 6:01 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h47 | 7:48 AM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
21147+ 4305 | 7:05 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h47 | 8:52 AM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21147+ 4305 | 7:05 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h44 | 8:49 AM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
21147+ 4305 · 62012 | 7:05 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h54 | 8:59 AM Schwerin-Görries | 2 transfers | |
11409 · ICE 1536 · 62259 | 8:09 AM Lübeck Hbf | 2h23 | 10:32 AM Schwerin-Görries | 2 transfers | |
11409 · ICE 1536 | On time 8:09 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h54 | 10:03 AM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21111+ 4307 | 9:10 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h42 | 10:52 AM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21111+ 4307 | 9:10 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h39 | 10:49 AM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
21111+ 4307 · 62016 | 9:10 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h49 | 10:59 AM Schwerin-Görries | 2 transfers | |
11413 · ICE 1534 · 62263 | 10:09 AM Lübeck Hbf | 2h23 | 12:32 PM Schwerin-Görries | 2 transfers | |
11413 · ICE 1534 | On time 10:09 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1h54 | 12:03 PM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21129+ 4339 | 6:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h41 | 7:51 PM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21129+ 4339 | 6:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h38 | 7:48 PM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
21131+ 4317 · 62036 | 7:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h49 | 8:59 PM Schwerin-Görries | 2 transfers | |
21131+ 4317 | 7:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h39 | 8:49 PM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
21131+ 4317 | 7:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h42 | 8:52 PM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21135+ 4319 | 9:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h42 | 10:52 PM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21135+ 4319 · 13188 | 9:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h53 | 11:03 PM Schwerin-Görries | 2 transfers | |
21135+ 4319 | 9:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1h39 | 10:49 PM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
21137+ 4321 | 10:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2h09 | 12:19 AM Schwerin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21137+ 4321 | 10:10 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2h07 | 12:17 AM Schwerin Mitte | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lübeck to Schwerin run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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Discover the best of Schwerin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schwerin trip today.
Main art museum in the State Museum complex, known for Dutch, Flemish, and German works plus changing exhibitions.
Historic half-timbered building presenting local craft, domestic culture, and Schwerin’s bourgeois history in intimate rooms.
Specialized museum documenting Mecklenburg street and light rail transport with restored vehicles and local mobility history.
Formal lakeside garden beside the castle, ideal for walks, photos, fountains, and classic views of Schwerin’s skyline.
Schwerin’s atmospheric old town quarter with gabled houses, lanes, shops, and easy access to key historic sights.
Main market square lined with historic façades, civic buildings, and regular activity at the center of Schwerin life.
Hearty potato soup from Mecklenburg, often cooked with root vegetables and sausage. A classic home-style dish suited to the region’s cool climate.
Pan-fried freshwater fish from nearby lakes, usually perch or pike-perch. It reflects Schwerin’s lake landscape and long fishing tradition.
Smoked eel from Mecklenburg waters, rich and oily with a strong smoke flavor. A traditional regional delicacy served cold or warm.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving German classics and house beer in a lively, rustic atmosphere in Schwerin’s old town.
Established fine dining restaurant near Schwerin Castle, known for refined regional cuisine and an elegant historic setting.
Well-known lakeside restaurant with seafood, fish, and regional dishes. Popular for its terrace and scenic waterfront atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than in Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg, while tourist areas and lakefront dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxis by rounding up. In cafes, leave small change or round up.
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Schwerin Hbf -> Marienplatz, Schwerin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lübeck to Schwerin 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 Schwerin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lübeck to Schwerin trains use the Lübeck Hbf to Schwerin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Schwerin Mitte. Use this guide to compare Lübeck and Schwerin 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, ZOB/Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lübeck, ZOB/Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck, ZOB/Hauptbahnhof.
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.
Schwerin 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, By Ali, Arsenalterrasse
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Hbf. ATMs are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Hbf. Information desks are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Avalon Hotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich.
Schwerin Mitte 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, Arsenalterrasse, Restaurant & Café Ulrike
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Mitte. ATMs are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Mitte. Information desks are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich, Hotel am Hauptbahnhof.
Schwerin-Görries is 2 km from Schwerin city centre. Public transport options include:
Schwerin-Görries 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: See-Idyll, Freizeitanlage Kaspelwerder, Bowling-Center Schwerin KW GmbH, Thüringer Bratwürste
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin-Görries. ATMs are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin-Görries. Information desks are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin-Görries. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Nearby hotels include Sport-&Bikerhotel.
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