Malmo to Rostock Sea Distance Calculator

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

Distance
104.9 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
21 hours
at 5 knots
Under Power
10 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
Varies by area
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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This map shows the direct sea route from Malmo 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 10% longer than the 95 nm direct line, its heading turning from northwest to south-southeast. It is an international crossing between two countries. It spans two maritime regions.

Sea distance
104.9 nm (194.3 km)
Direct line
95.2 nm10% longer
Great-circle bearing
199° (south-southwest)
Geographic extent
1.6° × 0.9°
Crossing
Cross-border · Cross-region
From
Malmo (Sweden) 55.6050, 13.0002
To
Rostock (Germany) 54.1000, 12.1333
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn21 hours
8 kn13 hours
10 kn10 hours
12 kn9 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 Malmo to Rostock Route

The maritime route from Malmö to Rostock is a day-passage international passage connecting two major commercial ports in the Baltic region. Mariners on this leg typically prepare for ice conditions and reduced daylight November through April.

This route runs spanning two distinct maritime regions, connecting Malmö in Sweden with Rostock in Germany.

Navigation Tips

  • •On this day-passage international crossing in the Baltic region, prepare for ice conditions and reduced daylight November through April, particularly in peak season.
  • •For a day-passage route, plan fuel and provisioning around the Baltic region — calculate consumption with our tool.
  • •Verify port-entry requirements at both ends of this international route spanning two distinct maritime regions before you depart.
  • •Check safety gear suited to Baltic conditions before a day-passage passage — life rafts, EPIRB, and current charts.
  • •Carry passports, vessel documents, and crew lists matched to this international route spanning two distinct maritime regions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Malmo to Rostock by sea?

The sea distance from Malmo to Rostock is approximately 104.9 nautical miles — a day-passage passage in Baltic.

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

A day-passage spanning two distinct maritime regions crossing of 104.9 nautical miles typically takes 10 hours – 21 hours, depending on vessel and weather.

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

Conditions on this route vary by area and season, so there is no single best time that applies along its whole length. Always check current weather forecasts and sea conditions before departure.

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