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Ratekau - Rostock Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Ratekau to Rostock. Traveling by train from Ratekau to Rostock usually takes 5 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance56 mi (91 km)
Fastest train3h 35m
Lowest price$28.99
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
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Which train should you take from Ratekau to Rostock?

Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Ratekau to Rostock. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn15h 19m$33.13

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Ratekau to Rostock, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Ratekau and Rostock is approximately 56 miles, or 91 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 35 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Ratekau to Rostock on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Ratekau at 12:00am and arrives in Rostock around 3 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Rostock to Ratekau.

City Information

Rostock

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Rostock is a major city in the north of Germany and the largest German port on the Baltic Sea. This picturesque spot straddling the Warnow River is also home to one of the oldest universities in Germany. Start your visit at Neue Markt square and see the Gothic and Baroque town hall. The square also features numerous well-preserved old buildings dating back to the medieval era, making it a particularly atmospheric part of the city. Rostock's star attraction is the seaside district of Warnemünde, which includes beaches and a fair share of quaint houses and a lighthouse.

Rostock's proximity to the sea means that its seafood is among the best around. The best places to enjoy local delicacies are Borwin - Hafenrestaurant and Restaurant Hopfenkeller. For the best sunset views over the port, head to Fischerklause.

Most international travelers to Rostock fly into Hamburg and travel by train into Rostock. Of course, Deutsche Bahn trains also connect with cities throughout Germany, including Munich. With connections, you can travel via train throughout Europe! FlixBus provides additional connections by land, and several ferry companies travel from Rostock to Denmark and Sweden. The most popular ferry route is from Rostock to Trelleborg.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Ratekau?

Main departure station: Pansdorf

There is one train station in Ratekau.

All train stations in Ratekau:

  • Pansdorf

Where is the train station in Rostock?

Main arrival station: Rostock-Torfbrücke

Rostock has one train station.

All train stations in Rostock:

  • Rostock-Torfbrücke

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