Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf

Showing times and prices for 09 Nov

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£93

Fastest journey

6 h 37 m

Average duration

7 h 7 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

494 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.

Fast trains

To travel from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche BahnICE 1038 · RE 11412 · RE 56853 · RE 4309
06:156h37
Cologne Hbf
12:52Rostock Hbf
£621One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 208 · RE 11416 · RE 56857 · RE 4311
07:107h40
Cologne Hbf
14:50Rostock Hbf
£761One-way
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 853 · RE 3308 · IC 2476
05:446h52
Cologne Hbf
12:36Rostock Hbf
£1031One-way
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 853 · RE 4356
05:447h37
Cologne Hbf
13:21Rostock Hbf
£1031One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 553 · RB 18252 · IC 2270
06:466h51
Cologne Hbf
13:37Rostock Hbf
£1221One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 494 km

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Coach

£66

Average Price

£45

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6h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 50m

Average total duration

10h 20m

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Live departures

Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahn11:11 Cologne Hbf
6h21
17:32 Rostock Hbf0 changesdirect
Sunday 9 November
deutsche_bahnICE 853 · RE 3308 · IC 2476
On time
04:44 Cologne Hbf
6h52
11:36 Rostock Hbf		2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 853 · RE 4356
On time
04:44 Cologne Hbf
7h37
12:21 Rostock Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1038 · RE 11412 · RE 56853 · RE 4309
On time
05:15 Cologne Hbf
6h37
11:52 Rostock Hbf		3 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 553 · RB 18252 · IC 2270
Delayed
05:51 05:46Cologne Hbf
6h51
12:37 Rostock Hbf		2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 208 · RE 11416 · RE 56857 · RE 4311
On time
06:10 Cologne Hbf
7h40
13:50 Rostock Hbf		3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf

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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 16:11. The fastest train covers the 494 km distance in 6h 21m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £25
Distance
494 km
Average train duration
6h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
6h 21m
First train
04:13
Last train
16:11
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £25

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Rostock Hbf from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 59m
Cheapest Price
£83
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf is 494 km.
Booking trains from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf covers a distance of 494 km and takes approximately 6h 21m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £25.
To get from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf leaves at 4:13.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf departs at 16:11.
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf.
There is no night train service from Cologne Hbf to Rostock Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Rostock Hbf

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Rostock
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Rostock.
Köln HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Trankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

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