- Must visit
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot
The world’s first publicly accessible art-storage depot, letting visitors see thousands of works behind the scenes in a striking mirrored building.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
16 h 24 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
754 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Grenoble to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Rotterdam will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 6 buses that leave Grenoble for Rotterdam on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 754 km distance in an average of 16 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 17 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 468 miles (754 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price | $426 Average price | $285 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 5m Average total duration 14h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Rotterdam:
A bus is $157 (€128) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Rotterdam costing on average $222 (€182).
A bus is $361 (€295) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Rotterdam costing on average $426 (€349).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 49m.
Bus takes on average 14h 35m.
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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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:57PM | Duration 16h32 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 01:57PM | Duration 16h32 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $126 |
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Rotterdam buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:40 PM Grenoble | 13h30 | 4:10 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Grenoble | 16h10 | 8:40 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Grenoble | 15h25 | 8:40 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Grenoble | 16h05 | 10:05 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Grenoble | 16h32 | 1:57 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 AM Grenoble | 17h05 | 8:20 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Grenoble | 16h20 | 8:20 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Grenoble | 17h05 | 9:20 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Grenoble to Rotterdam run on average 13 times per day, taking around 14h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 468 miles (754 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 468 miles (754 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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The world’s first publicly accessible art-storage depot, letting visitors see thousands of works behind the scenes in a striking mirrored building.
Major exhibition hall known for changing shows on art, design, photography, and culture, making it one of Rotterdam’s most consistently rewarding museum visits.
A leading museum on Dutch maritime history with interactive exhibits, historic vessels, and strong links to Rotterdam’s port identity.
A dramatic market hall and architectural showpiece, hugely popular for its giant ceiling artwork and central location near the Cube Houses.
Historic harbor district with canals, old buildings, and a rare prewar atmosphere that contrasts strongly with modern Rotterdam.
Modern waterfront district of striking skyscrapers, bridges, and river views, ideal for architecture fans and photo walks.
A Rotterdam invention of fries topped with döner or shawarma, melted cheese, salad, and garlic sauce. It is one of the city’s most iconic late-night comfort foods.
Battered and fried white fish pieces, usually served with a creamy garlic or remoulade-style sauce. A classic Dutch seafood snack popular in Rotterdam markets.
Raw cured herring, often served with chopped onion and pickles. This traditional Dutch street food is widely eaten across the Netherlands, including Rotterdam.
Refined fine-dining restaurant known for creative modern cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A famous Rotterdam institution in the former Holland America Line headquarters, popular for seafood, Dutch classics, and historic waterfront ambiance.
Well-known waterfront food hall featuring local producers, bakery items, beer, cheese, and casual bites in an industrial setting.
Prices are high by Dutch standards for hotels and dining, though transit and casual food stay manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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