Trains tickets from Essen to Rostock

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Next departures to Rostock

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Rostock
    Destination location: Rostock central bus station
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Rostock
    Destination location: Rostock Central Train Station
    Operated by: InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Rostock
    Destination location: Rostock Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Rostock
    Destination location: Rostock Central Train Station
    Operated by: InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Rostock
    Destination location: Rostock Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Rostock

Bus
Average priceUS$59 - US$135Average duration14h 15m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$80 - US$298Average duration5h 46m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$42 - US$60Average duration5h 20m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Rostock

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rostock. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
5h 20mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Rostock: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$159
Average train trip duration5h 46m
Number of daily trains12
Earliest train departure06:03
Distance281 miles
Latest train departure20:04

Essen to Rostock Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Rostock

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Rostock cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Rostock is US$159. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Rostock is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Essen to Rostock?

    A train trip between Essen and Rostock is around 5h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 282 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Essen and Rostock?

    The number of trains from Essen to Rostock can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Rostock by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Essen to Rostock?

    When taking the train from Essen to Rostock, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Rostock was searched and found on 27 Jul 2025 with a price of US$97

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Rostock as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$97 to US$303 for a train ticket from Essen to Rostock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97, which is on 2025-07-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Rostock you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Essen and Rostock compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Rostock to Essen

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