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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.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£75
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 48 m
Trains on 17 Sept
8
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Rostock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Rostock will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Nuremberg to Rostock you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1602 · 4358
ICE 1100 · 3512 · 63990
ICE 682 · ICE 1532
ICE 1104 · 3508 · 63986
ICE 1604 · 4356
ICE 1602 · 4358
ICE 1604 · 4356
ICE 1100 · 3512 · 63990
ICE 1102 · 3510 · 63988
ICE 1104 · 3508 · 63986Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Rostock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £313.
Distance: 521 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £313 Average Price | £85 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 56m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Nuremberg to Rostock:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Rostock costing on average £64.
A coach is £273 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Rostock costing on average £313.
Other travel options to Rostock take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 57m.
Flight takes on average 11h 56m.
The journey is about 36m faster (5h 46m by train vs 6h 22m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£64 vs £85). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Rostock trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 686 · ICE 1534 | On time 6:31 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h24 | 12:55 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1104 · 3508 · 63986 | On time 6:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h48 | 12:24 Rostock Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1604 · 4356 | On time 7:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h47 | 13:23 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 684 · ICE 1036 | On time 8:31 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h24 | 14:55 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1102 · 3510 · 63988 | On time 8:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h48 | 14:24 Rostock Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1602 · 4358 | On time 9:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h47 | 15:23 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 682 · ICE 1532 | On time 10:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h25 | 16:55 Rostock Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1100 · 3512 · 63990 | On time 10:36 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h48 | 16:24 Rostock Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Rostock run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:24, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 521 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 1:24 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Discover the best of Rostock — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rostock trip today.
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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Rostock Hbf -> Neuer Markt, Rostock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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.

Most Nuremberg to Rostock trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Rostock Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Rostock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
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.
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