Cologne to Rostock by train

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Overview: trains from Cologne to Rostock

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cologne to Rostock, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:59 View journey
Last train 23:17 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 31m View journey
Distance (km) 494
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey CA$56.55 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 30m
Train operators 8

Travelling from Cologne to Rostock by train

Want to know how to get from Cologne to Rostock by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Cologne to Rostock take around 5 hours and 31 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 494 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cologne is scheduled to depart at around  07:08. The last departure is usually at around 23:17 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cologne at around 06:59, with the last train leaving at around 16:13. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 10 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 51 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$56.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Rostock, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Rostock.

Is there a direct train from Cologne to Rostock?

The journey between Cologne and Rostock usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Cologne to Rostock every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Cologne to Rostock?

The Cologne to Rostock train travel takes about 5 hours and 31 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cologne to Rostock train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Rostock leaving Cologne at around 07:08 and the last train leaving at around 23:17 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cologne at around 06:59, with the final departure at 16:13.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.