Kiel to Rostock Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Kiel, Germany to Rostock, Germany. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 87.2 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 17 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 9 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-September; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 87.2 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Kiel to Rostock. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 22% longer than the 71 nm direct line, its heading turning from northeast to south-southeast.

Sea distance: 87.2 nm (161.4 km)
Direct line: 71.3 nm22% longer
Great-circle bearing: 100° (east)
Geographic extent: 0.5° × 2.0°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Kiel (Germany) 54.3233, 10.1394
To: Rostock (Germany) 54.1000, 12.1333
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	17 hours
8 kn	11 hours
10 kn	9 hours
12 kn	7 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Kiel to Rostock Route

Linking Kiel and Rostock, this single-day crossing domestic crossing connecting two major commercial ports sits in the Northern Europe region — a passage shaped by persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.

The lane links Kiel (Germany) and Rostock (Germany), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A single-day crossing domestic passage in the Northern Europe region typically requires planning for persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.
•A single-day crossing leg in Northern Europe benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this domestic crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a single-day crossing leg in Northern Europe.
•Documentation requirements differ for domestic passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Kiel to Rostock by sea?

Approximately 87.2 nautical miles separate Kiel and Rostock by sea, making this a single-day crossing leg in Northern Europe.

How long does it take to sail from Kiel to Rostock?

Expect about 9 hours – 17 hours for a single-day crossing run of 87.2 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

What's the best time to sail from Kiel to Rostock?

Peak sailing season here is May-September; year-round, Northern Europe routes contend with persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.

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