The cheapest and fastest trains from Rostock to Lübeck
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rostock to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Lübeck will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rostock for Lübeck every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rostock to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rostock to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 98 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rostock to Lübeck train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:33 Rostock | 3h23 | 08:56 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:05 Rostock | 2h51 | 08:56 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:14 Rostock | 3h42 | 12:56 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:33 Rostock | 3h23 | 12:56 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:08 Rostock | 1h48 | 18:56 Lübeck | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rostock to Lübeck
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:18 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ODEG from Rostock to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, ODEG trains will get you between Rostock and Lübeck from £7. 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.
ODEG
FAQs: Rostock to Lübeck train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rostock and Lübeck
- 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
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Niederegger
- Landungsbrücken
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Deutscher Kaiser
- Lili Marleen
- Hotel Soldwisch
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Strandoase
- Ostsee Lounge
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde
- Seeschlößchen
- Deutscher Kaiser
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