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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot
The world’s first publicly accessible art storage facility, showing how a major museum collection is preserved and displayed. Its mirrored bowl-shaped building is also a major contemporary Rotterdam’s

Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
9h 35m
Average duration
9h 35m
Buses per day
1
Distance
177 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $393.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $799 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $776 (€638) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam costing on average $799 (€657).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 45m.
Flight takes on average 7h 15m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $48 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 4h 45m versus 2h 40m 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, Union Ivkoni International.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:26AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Rotterdam buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50449 · 4743 | 9:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h35 | 7:20 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h45 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50457 · 1663 | 8:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 10h40 | 6:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
(Prague -> Amsterdam) | 9:00 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h15 | 12:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50429 · 83134 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 11h40 | 10:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 4h40 | 6:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h30 | 7:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h17 | 8:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h05 | 9:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Rotterdam buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag, Centraal Station. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Rotterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
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