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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot
The world’s first publicly accessible art storage facility, showcasing thousands of works in a striking mirrored building. Highly photogenic and especially popular with architecture and art lovers.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
52 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 13 buses that leave Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Rotterdam on Sun, Jun 14, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (55m by bus vs 56m by car) and save roughly $5 (€4) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $15 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:28PM | Arrival Time 12:41AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam buses for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 7:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 8:40 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h50 | 8:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h05 | 11:45 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h35 | 12:15 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
1608 | 11:28 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h13 | 12:41 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:00 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h45 | 4:45 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h50 | 8:40 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h50 | 10:00 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 10:25 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 11:30 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h05 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h35 | 6:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 22:28. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 10:28 PM |
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The world’s first publicly accessible art storage facility, showcasing thousands of works in a striking mirrored building. Highly photogenic and especially popular with architecture and art lovers.
A major exhibition hall known for varied temporary shows covering art, design, photography, and culture. One of the city’s best-known contemporary art venues.
A leading museum on Dutch maritime history with indoor galleries and historic vessels in the harbor. Strong choice for families and visitors interested in Rotterdam’s port identity.
Rotterdam’s best-known cultural street, lined with galleries, design spaces, and lively urban energy. A favorite area for walking and contemporary city atmosphere.
A redeveloped waterfront district known for bold modern architecture, skyline views, and river promenades. One of the city’s most visually striking areas.
A historic harbor area with old ships, waterside views, and easy access to the Cube Houses. Popular for photos and a relaxed stroll.
A Rotterdam classic of fries topped with döner or shawarma, melted cheese, salad, and garlic sauce. It was created in the city and became popular across the Netherlands.
Small fluffy Dutch mini pancakes served warm with butter and powdered sugar. They are a beloved sweet snack found at markets and traditional eateries.
Crispy deep-fried balls filled with a rich ragout, usually beef. They are a classic Dutch bar snack often eaten with mustard.
A well-known fine dining restaurant in Rotterdam, celebrated for creative modern cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
An iconic Rotterdam venue in the former Holland America Line headquarters, known for seafood, Dutch classics, and grand historic atmosphere by the water.
A popular food hall on Katendrecht with local producers, craft drinks, and casual Dutch bites in an industrial waterfront setting.
Moderate by Dutch standards. Supermarkets and casual eats are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Round up taxis; no tip expected for counter service.
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Rotterdam Conradstraat Centraal Station, Rotterdam -> Rotterdam Centraal Station, Rotterdam
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