Train Kiel → Rostock
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Connection reliability
How likely you are to make a typical connection with a 10 min transfer.
Only 0 % of connections are caught; please consider an alternative.
| Train type | Reliability | Catch rate | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICE | Connection is risky, consider alternatives | 0 % | 5,164,882 |
| IC | Connection is risky, consider alternatives | 0 % | 750,095 |
Data last updated: 08/26/2026
By train from Kiel to Rostock
An important rail connection: The train connection from Kiel to Rostock is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 45m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 468 kilometers and is served by about 6 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.
Infrastructure:Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Kiel to Rostock saves you about 52 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 104 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Kiel to Rostock?
The fastest connection from Kiel to Rostock takes 3h 45m. The average travel time is 4h 30m.
How many trains run daily from Kiel to Rostock?
About 6 trains run daily on the Kiel - Rostock route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Kiel to Rostock?
The direct connection covers 468 km.
How likely am I to catch my connection from Kiel to Rostock?
Only 0 % of connections are caught; please consider an alternative.
Which train is the most punctual on the Kiel–Rostock route?
There are not yet enough observations per train for Kiel–Rostock.
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Return journey
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated:26/08/2026· Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
