The average train between Rostock and Sylt takes 6h 29m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Rostock to Sylt. 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 Sylt. The earliest departure is at 4:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Rostock is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Sylt at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rostock to Sylt? 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 Sylt. However, there are services departing from Rostock station and arriving at Sylt station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.
Rostock to Sylt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.
Rostock to Sylt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof station.
Book your Rostock to Sylt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Rostock and Sylt is 262.6 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof via Hamburg Hbf and Elmshorn in around 6h 4m.