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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brussels to Rotterdam

Composite routes from Brussels to Rotterdam

Cheapest
1 h 37 min
Car
142 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Brussel-Zuid to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.39–$44.57
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.33–$25.00

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.57–$92.39

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Brussel-Zuid to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Brussels South to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Brussels to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Rotterdam is to rideshare which costs $8.96 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Rotterdam is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14.13 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussels-North train station station and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussel-Zuid and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The distance between Brussels and Rotterdam is 137 km. The road distance is 143.1 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Rotterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14.13 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The train from Brussel-Zuid to Rotterdam Centraal takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Rotterdam bus from?

Brussels to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Rotterdam train from?

Brussels to Rotterdam train services, operated by NS, depart from Brussel-Zuid station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Brussels to Rotterdam is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14.13 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Brussels to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Brussels to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Brussels to Rotterdam train arrive?

Brussels to Rotterdam train services, operated by NS, arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Rotterdam is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Brussels to Rotterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam?

Book your Brussels to Rotterdam train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam?

Book your Brussels to Rotterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 788+ hotels available in Rotterdam. Prices start at $67.87 per night.

Can I share a ride from Brussels to Rotterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels and Rotterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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