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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Rostock is to bus and train via Berlin which costs €70 - €140 and takes 20h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Rostock is to fly and train which takes 7h 18m and costs €95 - €250.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Rostock?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Rostock. However, there are services departing from Rīgas and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia and S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 3m.

How far is it from Riga to Rostock?

The distance between Riga and Rostock is 1189 km. The road distance is 1132.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Rostock without a car is to bus and train via Berlin which takes 20h 49m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Riga to Rostock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Rostock train from?

Riga to Rostock train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Rīgas station.

What is the time difference between Riga and Rostock?

Rostock is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 3:04 PM in Riga and 2:04 PM in Rostock.

Where does the Riga to Rostock train arrive?

Riga to Rostock train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Kaišiadorys station.

Can I drive from Riga to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Rostock is 1133 km. It takes approximately 14h 35m to drive from Riga to Rostock.

Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 2784+ hotels available in Rostock.

Riga to Rostock - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Riga to Rostock by plane, train, bus, car, or car ferry

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

Fly to Hamburg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane RIX - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 18m
€98–241
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rīgas SAO to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
24h 59m
€68–145
Bus, train via Berlin
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N1324 / ...
2. Take the train from S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 17
20h 49m
€73–131
Train
1. Take the train from Rīgas to Kaišiadorystrain 12
2. Take the train from Kaunas to Warszawa Zachodniatrain
3. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Berlin Gesundbrunnentrain Eic
4. Take the train from S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 17
22h 3m
€102–151
Drive 1,132.8 km
1. Drive from Riga to Rostockcar 1,132.8 km
14h 35m
€172–249
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane RIX - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 44m
€82–231
Fly to Copenhagen Airport, bus, car ferry
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)plane RIX - CPH
2. Take the bus from Copenhagen Airport to Gedserbus
3. Take the car ferry from Gedser to Rostock Portcarferry
11h 45m
€99–267

Riga to Rostock by bus and train

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20h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,189.3 km
Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Rostock, Germany?

You can take a train from Rīgas to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, Warszawa Zachodnia, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, and S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf in around 22h 3m.

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