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 €100 - €250 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 17m and costs €110 - €290.

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 Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis, Krakow Glowny and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 32m.

How far is it from Riga to Rostock?

The distance between Riga and Rostock is 1189 km. The road distance is 1122.8 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 €100 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m 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 Riga-Pasazieru station.

What is the time difference between Riga and Rostock?

Rostock is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 6:22 AM in Riga and 5:22 AM in Rostock.

Where does the Riga to Rostock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riga to Rostock?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Rostock is 1123 km. It takes approximately 15h to drive from Riga to Rostock.

Where can I stay near Rostock?

There are 1939+ 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 17m
€118–283
Bus, train via Berlin
cheapest
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
€107–242
Train
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Vilniustrain 12
2. Take the train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Kraków Głównytrain
3. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Berlin Hbftrain Ic
4. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 17
27h 32m
€187–392
Drive 1,122.8 km
1. Drive from Riga to Rostockcar 1,122.8 km
15h
€172–248
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 38m
€111–283
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 44m
€126–327
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rīgas SAO to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhoftrain 33 / ...
24h 59m
€130–262

Riga to Rostock by bus and train

28Weekly Services

20h 49mAverage Duration

€107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,189.3 km
Duration: 7h 17m

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

You can take a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Rostock Hauptbahnhof via Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis, Kraków Główny, Krakow Glowny, and Berlin Hbf in around 27h 32m.

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