- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price on Oct 14
$6
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$8
Fastest journey on Oct 14
45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
1 h 1 m
Buses on Oct 14
20
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Amsterdam will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Wed, Oct 14, we found 20 buses from Rotterdam to Amsterdam, including 20 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 14 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Wed, Oct 14 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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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FlixBusBuses from Rotterdam to Amsterdam run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:56AM | Duration 1h41 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Amsterdam buses for today, Tuesday, October 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 | 10:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 11:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 5:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 6:20 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 7:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1609 | 6:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h41 | 7:56 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h25 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 9:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 12:20 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 12:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h40 | 2:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2h05 | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 2:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 2:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 4:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1657 | 3:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h00 | 4:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h45 | 9:35 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h35 | 11:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with the largest collection of his paintings, drawings, and personal letters.
Poignant museum in the secret annex where Anne Frank hid. Essential for understanding the Holocaust through a personal story.
Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major monuments and historic buildings. A natural starting point for first-time visitors.
Elegant canal district lined with 17th-century merchant houses, bridges, and waterside views. Ideal for scenic walks and photos.
Amsterdam’s largest urban park, great for strolling, picnics, and open-air culture. A favorite retreat for locals and visitors.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A classic Dutch bar snack and street food often eaten with mustard.
Raw herring, usually served with onions and pickles. A famous Dutch seafood tradition, especially popular from street fish stalls.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savory. They are a long-standing everyday favorite in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant offering inventive Dutch tasting menus in an intimate fine-dining space.
Historic canal-side cafe known for Dutch classics, beers, and genever in a traditional brown-cafe setting.
Popular pancake house serving classic Dutch pannenkoeken and poffertjes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European cities, with high hotel rates, mid-range dining, and paid transit, though budget eats and supermarket meals can help control daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Amsterdam buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) station pair, with some services arriving at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Amsterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Rotterdam, Zuidplein is 3 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Zuidplein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Rotterdam, Westerstraat is 1 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Westerstraat has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Westerstraat. ATMs are available at Rotterdam, Westerstraat.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Westerstraat.
Available at Rotterdam, Westerstraat: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Westerstraat: Bus station has accessible features for those with mobility needs.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
Amsterdam, Centraal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Centraal Station.
Available at Amsterdam, Centraal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Centraal Station: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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