The average train between Elmshorn and Rostock takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Elmshorn to Rostock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Elmshorn and Rostock. The earliest departure is at 3:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Elmshorn is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Rostock at 1:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 32m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Elmshorn to Rostock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn station and arriving at Rostock station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Elmshorn to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Elmshorn station.
Elmshorn to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Elmshorn to Rostock train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Elmshorn and Rostock is 167.1 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Elmshorn to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 57m.