The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Rostock
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Copenhagen to Rostock you need to make at least one change.
IC 153 · IC 5763 · 11183 · 431913:5010h00Copenhagen Central Station23:50Rostock Hbf£411One-way3 changes
IC 161 · IC 5765 · 11187 · 432115:509h26Copenhagen Central Station1:16Rostock Hbf£411One-way3 changes
R 54549 · R 30056 · R 57153 · ICL 5005512:4511h05Copenhagen Central Station23:50Rostock Hbf£411One-way6 changes
IC 57663 · ICL 50063 · IC 5765 · 1118715:399h37Copenhagen Central Station1:16Rostock Hbf£411One-way4 changes
ECE 399 · 431916:227h28Copenhagen Central Station23:50Rostock Hbf£451One-way1 change
ECE 395 · ICE 103212:226h33Copenhagen Central Station18:55Rostock Hbf£641One-way1 change
RJ 385 · ICE 15329:537h02Copenhagen Central Station16:55Rostock Hbf£1601One-way1 change
ECE 397 · 431714:227h28Copenhagen Central Station21:50Rostock Hbf£471One-way1 change
ECE 399 · 431916:227h28Copenhagen Central Station23:50Rostock Hbf£451One-way1 change
R 54243 · ECE 395 · ICE 103211:267h29Copenhagen Central Station18:55Rostock Hbf£1351One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Copenhagen to Rostock
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 179 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £29 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Rostock train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Rostock trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 1532 | On time 8:02 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h53 | 16:55 Rostock Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 385 · ICE 1532 | On time 9:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h02 | 16:55 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 1032 | On time 10:02 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h53 | 18:55 Rostock Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 395 · ICE 1032 | On time 11:23 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h32 | 18:55 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
R 54243 · ECE 395 · ICE 1032 | On time 11:26 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h29 | 18:55 Rostock Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 788 | On time 12:02 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h50 | 20:52 Rostock Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 395 · ICE 1032 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 6h33 | 18:55 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
R 54549 · R 30056 · R 57153 · ICL 50055 | 12:45 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h05 | 23:50 Rostock Hbf | 6 changes | |
IC 153 · IC 5763 · 11183 · 4319 | 13:50 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h00 | 23:50 Rostock Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 397 · 4317 | On time 13:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h57 | 21:50 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 397 · 4317 | On time 14:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h28 | 21:50 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 57663 · ICL 50063 · IC 5765 · 11187 | 15:39 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h37 | 1:16 Rostock Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 161 · IC 5765 · 11187 · 4321 | 15:50 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h26 | 1:16 Rostock Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 399 · 4319 | On time 15:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h57 | 23:50 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 399 · 4319 | On time 16:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 7h28 | 23:50 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Rostock
Trains from Copenhagen to Rostock run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 7h 28m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 28m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Rostock trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Rostock from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Copenhagen to Rostock train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Rostock 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Rostock
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Layali Alsham
- Heumond
- Joho-Broiler
- Cafe Kloster
- Hotel Stadthalle
- Hotel Greifennest
- Appartement-Hotel
- Bella Italia
- Schnell-Imbiss
- Boulevard Imbiss
- China Imbiss
- Zum Litfass
- Eisgarten
- Döner- und Grillhaus Pamukkale
- Mr. Kebap Grill
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