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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 buses that leave Brussels Airport for Rotterdam Centraal on Wed, Jul 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 114 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
2:45 AM1h45Brussels Airport4:30 AMRotterdam Centraal$121One-way0 transfers- 5:45 PM2h20Brussels Airport8:05 PMRotterdam Centraal$151One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 PM1h55Brussels Airport10:15 PMRotterdam Centraal$181One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 AM1h45Brussels Airport3:30 AMRotterdam Centraal$211One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM2h20Brussels Airport7:05 PMRotterdam Centraal$221One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 AM1h45Brussels Airport4:30 AMRotterdam Centraal$121One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 AM1h45Brussels Airport3:30 AMRotterdam Centraal$211One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 PM1h55Brussels Airport10:15 PMRotterdam Centraal$181One-way0 transfers
- 5:45 PM2h20Brussels Airport8:05 PMRotterdam Centraal$151One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM2h20Brussels Airport7:05 PMRotterdam Centraal$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Rotterdam Centraal take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€13). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:55 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 2h20 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:45 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 2h20 | 9:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h55 | 12:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| 1:45 AM Brussels Airport | 1h45 | 3:30 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:45 AM Brussels Airport | 1h45 | 4:30 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Belgium
Netherlands
Buses from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam CentraalYou can travel by bus between Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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