The average train between Rostock and Kerpen takes 7h 59m and the fastest train takes 7h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Rostock to Kerpen. 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 3 hours between Rostock and Kerpen. The earliest departure is at 4:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Rostock is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Kerpen at 9:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 7h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rostock to Kerpen? 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 Rostock to Kerpen. However, there are services departing from Rostock station and arriving at Kerpen station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.
Rostock to Kerpen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.
Rostock to Kerpen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Rostock to Kerpen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Rostock and Kerpen is 513.5 km. The road distance is 674 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €120–470 and the journey takes 6h 11m.