- Must visit
Deutsches Meeresmuseum
Germany’s leading ocean museum inside a former monastery. Interactive marine exhibits and huge aquariums make it Stralsund’s signature museum.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rostock to Stralsund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Stralsund will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rostock for Stralsund on Thu, Aug 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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 Rostock to Stralsund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Rostock to Stralsund:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rostock to Stralsund costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Stralsund take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 8m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 1m by train vs 1h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $13 (€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, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), 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 Rostock to Stralsund trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1534 | On time 1:01 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h52 | 1:53 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
63921 | 1:58 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h58 | 2:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1036 | Delayed 1:32 PM 3:01 PMRostock Hbf | 0h54 | 2:18 PM 2:18 PMStralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
63925 | 3:58 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h58 | 4:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1532 | On time 5:01 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h55 | 5:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
63929 | 5:58 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h58 | 6:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1032 | On time 7:01 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h54 | 7:55 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
63933 | 8:00 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h56 | 8:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
63935 | 8:58 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h58 | 9:56 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
63937 | 10:01 PM Rostock Hbf | 0h57 | 10:58 PM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
18499 | 11:00 PM Rostock Hbf | 1h03 | 12:03 AM Stralsund Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
![]() | 7:33 AM Rostock | 3h18 | 10:51 AM Stralsund | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Rostock | 3h18 | 11:51 AM Stralsund | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Rostock to Stralsund run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Stralsund — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stralsund trip today.
Germany’s leading ocean museum inside a former monastery. Interactive marine exhibits and huge aquariums make it Stralsund’s signature museum.
Modern science center on Stralsund Harbor focused on oceans and exploration. Its giant aquariums and immersive displays are highly popular.
Historic naval museum with exhibits on maritime technology and the former training vessel. A strong choice for military and shipping history fans.
Historic market square framed by Gothic landmarks and merchant houses. The essential starting point for exploring Stralsund’s UNESCO core.
Lively waterfront promenade with harbor views, ships, and museum architecture. Perfect for an easy walk and classic city photos.
Walkable old-town district recognized by UNESCO for its preserved Hanseatic urban form. The area rewards wandering through lanes and squares.
Smoked Baltic herring is a Hanseatic staple, eaten plain, on bread, or with potatoes. It reflects Stralsund's long fishing and smokehouse tradition.
Pickled Baltic herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and spices. A classic North German fish dish common along the coast and in Stralsund.
Fresh or smoked eel from regional waters, traditionally served with bread or potatoes. It is prized on the Baltic coast for its rich flavor.
Established old-town restaurant serving refined regional cuisine, especially fish and seasonal Mecklenburg produce, in an elegant historic setting.
Historic beer tavern known for Störtebeker beers, hearty North German dishes, and a lively Hanseatic atmosphere near the old town waterfront.
Traditional German restaurant in the old town with regional specialties, solid seafood options, and a cozy historic atmosphere popular with visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below big-city rates, while transit and attractions stay reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and add small change at cafes.
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Stralsund Hbf -> Alter Markt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rostock to Stralsund 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 Stralsund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rostock to Stralsund trains use the Rostock Hbf to Stralsund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Stralsund Rügendamm. Use this guide to compare Rostock and Stralsund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Albrecht-Kossel-Platz is 1 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock Albrecht-Kossel-Platz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock Albrecht-Kossel-Platz.
Rostock-Lichtenhagen is 8 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock-Lichtenhagen 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: Bella Italia, Schnell-Imbiss, Boulevard Imbiss, China Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen. ATMs are available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen. Information desks are available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen.
Luggage storage is available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock-Lichtenhagen.
Stralsund 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: Asian Food & Banh Bao, Bio-Insel, Brasserie, Zur Kogge
Wi-Fi is available at Stralsund Hbf. ATMs are available at Stralsund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stralsund Hbf. Information desks are available at Stralsund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Stralsund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stralsund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stralsund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stralsund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Jungfernstieg, Intercity Hotel, Schweriner Hof, Norddeutscher Hof.
Stralsund Rügendamm is 1 km from Stralsund city centre. Public transport options include:
Stralsund Rügendamm 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: Antalya, Gaststätte "Flotthafen", WSA Kantine, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Stralsund Rügendamm. ATMs are available at Stralsund Rügendamm.
Ticket office support is available at Stralsund Rügendamm. Information desks are available at Stralsund Rügendamm.
Luggage storage is available at Stralsund Rügendamm. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stralsund Rügendamm: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stralsund Rügendamm: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stralsund Rügendamm.
Stralsund-Grünhufe is 2 km from Stralsund city centre. Public transport options include:
Stralsund-Grünhufe 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: China Garden, Küche / Cafeteria
Wi-Fi is available at Stralsund-Grünhufe. ATMs are available at Stralsund-Grünhufe.
Ticket office support is available at Stralsund-Grünhufe. Information desks are available at Stralsund-Grünhufe.
Luggage storage is available at Stralsund-Grünhufe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stralsund-Grünhufe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stralsund-Grünhufe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stralsund-Grünhufe.
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