Train from Essen to Rostock: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Rostock on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
Rostock Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
Rostock Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Rostock Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
Rostock Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity
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Essen Central Train Station
Rostock Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Rostock

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rostock. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5hAverage duration
280 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£37 - £51Average duration13h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Average price£27 - £127Average duration6h 53m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£32 - £32Average duration5h
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Rostock by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Rostock?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Rostock start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Rostock?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Rostock is 6h 53m, covering a distance of 280 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 26m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Rostock route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Rostock?

    The earliest train from Essen to Rostock departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 21:01.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Essen to Rostock?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Rostock?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Rostock?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Rostock?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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