Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hbf | Rostock Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Rostock Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Rostock Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hbf | Rostock Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Rostock Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Rostock
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rostock. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Rostock by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Rostock?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Rostock start from €17. The average price for this train route is around €67. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Rostock?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Rostock is 7h 18m, covering a distance of 494 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 41m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Rostock route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Rostock?
The earliest train from Cologne to Rostock departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 14:11.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Rostock?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Rostock?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Rostock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Rostock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Rostock was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Rostock as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €27 to €125 for a train ticket from Cologne to Rostock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €27, which is on 2026-01-28.