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Rostock to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rostock and Essen takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Rostock to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 10m
Duration
570 km
Distance
€120
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Rostock to Essen train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Rostock and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rostock is at 1:04 PM which arrives into Essen at 6:23 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 569.6 km
  • Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Rostock, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €100–330 and the journey takes 5h 19m.

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