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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Elmshorn is to drive which costs €27 - €45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rostock to Elmshorn is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Rostock and Elmshorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Rostock station to Elmshorn. However, there are services departing from Rostock central bus station and arriving at Bf. Elmshorn via Hauptbahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Rostock and Elmshorn?

No, there is no direct train from Rostock to Elmshorn. However, there are services departing from Rostock Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Elmshorn via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Rostock to Elmshorn?

The distance between Rostock and Elmshorn is 242 km. The road distance is 196.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rostock to Elmshorn without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €45 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Rostock to Elmshorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Elmshorn bus from?

Rostock to Elmshorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rostock central bus station.

Where do I catch the Rostock to Elmshorn train from?

Rostock to Elmshorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Rostock Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rostock to Elmshorn?

The best way to get from Rostock to Elmshorn is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Rostock to Elmshorn bus arrive?

Rostock to Elmshorn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Rostock to Elmshorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rostock to Elmshorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Rostock to Elmshorn is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Rostock to Elmshorn.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 25 / ...
2h 50m
€46–178
Drive 196.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rostock to Elmshorncar 196.6 km
2h 20m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N1386 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hauptbahnhof/ZOB to Bf. Elmshornbus Re6 / ...
4h 41m
Train via Hamburg-Altona
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg-Altonatrain 33
3h 11m
€46–180

Rostock to Elmshorn by train

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Distance: 242.4 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €35–170 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rostock central bus station to Bf. Elmshorn via Hauptbahnhof/ZOB in around 4h 41m.

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