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

The cheapest way to get from Rostock to Elmshorn is to bus which costs €22 - €45 and takes 4h 1m.

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 17m and costs €27 - €40.

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-Altona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Rostock to Elmshorn?

The distance between Rostock and Elmshorn is 244 km. The road distance is 197 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 3h 8m and costs €50 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Rostock to Elmshorn, including transfers.

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 3h 8m and costs €50 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 4h 1m.

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 17m to drive from Rostock to Elmshorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Elmshorn?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rostock to Elmshorn by train, bus, 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 Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg-Altona33
3h 8m
€52–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rostock central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler OmnibusbahnhofN1386 / ...
4h 1m
€22–42
Drive 197 km
1. Drive from Rostock to Elmshorn197 km
2h 17m
€28–40
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf33 / ...
3h 19m
€38–64

Rostock to Elmshorn by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.4 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Rostock Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg-Altona 4 times a day. Tickets cost €44–49 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rostock central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof twice daily. Tickets cost €13–29 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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