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Schifffahrtsmuseum Rostock
Maritime museum aboard a preserved cargo ship in IGA Park, showing engine rooms, cabins and Rostock’s seafaring history.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Copenhagen to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Rostock will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £24.
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 6 ferries from Copenhagen to Rostock, including 6 direct services.
On Sun 15 Nov the direct ferries cover the 179 km distance in an average of 7 h 36 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 15 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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Ferries from Copenhagen to Rostock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 7 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 96 nautical miles (179 km) distance in 5h 5m. There are 23 sailings per week. Ferries from Copenhagen to Rostock are available to foot passengers.




Distance 96 nautical miles (179 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 23 |
Fastest ferry 5h 5m |
First ferry 0:45 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Copenhagen to Rostock.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator TT Line | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival time 19:30 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival time 20:30 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival time 07:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival time 19:30 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 14:45 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days mon, wed, thu |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival time 08:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival time 13:15 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days mon, wed, thu, fri, sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival time 06:00 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days mon |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival time 19:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri, sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:55 | Arrival time 15:45 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 09:25 | Arrival time 15:15 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival time 07:30 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator TT Line | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival time 08:00 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days wed |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival time 23:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator FINNLINES | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival time 01:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival time 05:45 | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days tue, wed, sun |
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Rostock ferries for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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TT Line | 9:55 Port of Trelleborg | 5h50 | 15:45 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 10:00 Malmö Port | 9h15 | 19:15 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 13:30 Malmö Port | 9h30 | 23:00 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
TT Line | 13:30 Port of Trelleborg | 7h00 | 20:30 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 15:15 Port of Trelleborg | 5h45 | 21:00 Rostock Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Finnlines | 22:30 Malmö Port | 10h00 | 8:30 Travemünde (Skandinavienkai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Maritime museum aboard a preserved cargo ship in IGA Park, showing engine rooms, cabins and Rostock’s seafaring history.
City history museum in a former monastery, with medieval art, cultural history collections and changing local exhibitions.
Specialist museum on shipbuilding and marine engineering, useful for understanding Rostock’s port and industrial heritage.
Lively square at the heart of the old town, framed by gabled houses and the town hall, with frequent markets and events.
Popular Baltic seaside district with a broad beach, promenade, lighthouse area and a relaxed resort atmosphere.
Pedestrian shopping street through the historic centre, lined with Hanseatic façades, churches and everyday city life.
Smoked eel from the Baltic coast, traditionally eaten around Rostock. It is prized for rich flavour and the city’s long fishing and smokehouse heritage.
A northern German potato soup often linked to Mecklenburg. Traditionally hearty, with root vegetables and usually sausage or bacon for depth.
Pan-fried herring, a classic Baltic fish dish common in Rostock. It reflects the region’s maritime food culture and everyday local eating.
Established local venue for northern German cuisine and seafood, with a cosy maritime feel close to the city centre.
Elegant restaurant focused on seasonal regional cooking and seafood, with a refined atmosphere in Rostock’s old town.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving hearty German dishes and house-brewed beer in a historic, lively setting near the old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Hamburg or Munich, while local transport and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service is good.
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Warnemünde Cruise Center -> Rostock Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Rostock by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rostock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Rostock ferries use the to Rostock Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Rostock ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Rostock Port is 6 km from Rostock city centre. Public transport options include:
Rostock Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Zur Kogge (0.7km), Borwin Hafenrestaurant (0.9km), Hafenliebe (0.8km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rostock Port.
Available at Rostock Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rostock Port.
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