What is the cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Rostock?

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Rostock is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Rostock?

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Rostock is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Rostock?

No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Rostock?

The distance between Elmshorn and Rostock is 242 km. The road distance is 196.4 km.

How do I travel from Elmshorn to Rostock without a car?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Rostock without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Elmshorn to Rostock?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Elmshorn to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Rostock train from?

Elmshorn to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Elmshorn station.

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Rostock?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Rostock is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Rostock train arrive?

Elmshorn to Rostock train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Rostock is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Elmshorn to Rostock.

How do I get a train ticket from Elmshorn to Rostock?

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Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 2455+ hotels available in Rostock.

Can I share a ride from Elmshorn to Rostock?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Elmshorn and Rostock. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Elmshorn to Rostock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elmshorn to Rostock by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg HbfRe70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhof33 / ...
2h 54m
€39–68
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Elmshorn to Rostock196.6 km
2h 59m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock central bus stationN1386 / ...
4h 47m
€21–40
Drive 196.4 km
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Rostock196.4 km
2h 17m
€28–40

Elmshorn to Rostock by train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.4 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Elmshorn to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Hamburg Hbf in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Rostock central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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