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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Rotterdam to Brussels

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 Rotterdam Central Station to Brussels-North
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Brussels-North
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Airlines

KLM

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

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.39–$44.57
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.33–$25.00

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.57–$92.39

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22
Train from Rotterdam Centrum to Brussels
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 Rotterdam to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.96

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $10.33 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Brussels-North train station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Brussels?

The distance between Rotterdam and Brussels is 137 km. The road distance is 142.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $10.33 - $92.39 .

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

The train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Brussels bus from?

Rotterdam to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Brussels train from?

Rotterdam to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Brussels?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $10.33 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Brussels bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Brussels?

It is currently 20:12 at both, Rotterdam and Brussels.

Where does the Rotterdam to Brussels train arrive?

Rotterdam to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Brussels?

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

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

Book your Rotterdam to Brussels train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Brussels. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Rotterdam to Brussels?

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