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Gelsenkirchen to Rostock trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Gelsenkirchen and Rostock takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Gelsenkirchen to Rostock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 11m
Duration
567 km
Distance
€120
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Gelsenkirchen to Rostock train times

Trains run twice daily between Gelsenkirchen and Rostock. The earliest departure is at 9:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 1:43 PM which arrives into Rostock at 6:55 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 567 km
  • Duration: 5h 11m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Rostock Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–210 and the journey takes 5h 11m.

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