4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Rotterdam to Berlin
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Berlin will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 24 buses that leave Rotterdam for Berlin on Thu, Feb 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct buses cover the 612 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest buses will take 12 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rotterdam to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $250.
Distance: 380 miles (612 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price | $362 Average price |
11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Rotterdam to Berlin Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 01:26PM | Duration 13h21 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:22PM | Duration 14h32 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 08:17PM | Duration 11h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Live departures
Rotterdam to Berlin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Berlin buses for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 11h10 | 11:45 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 11h35 | 12:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 15h55 | 6:05 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 15h45 | 5:55 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 1 transfer | |
 (Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 2:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h30 | 9:45 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 16h10 | 7:25 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h00 | 4:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 12h20 | 5:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 11h40 | 4:30 AM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 13h20 | 9:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:50 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 14h20 | 8:10 PM Berlin Spandau | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 14h55 | 8:45 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 5:50 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 14h44 | 8:34 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 5:50 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 14h32 | 8:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 14h10 | 9:50 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 13h05 | 8:45 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Berlin
Netherlands
Germany
Buses from Rotterdam to Berlin run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 380 miles (612 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 380 miles (612 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Rotterdam to BerlinYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Berlin with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $40 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Rotterdam to Berlin
Passengers wishing to travel from the major port town in Holland to the vibrant capital of Germany will find bus travel a great option. Buses from Rotterdam to Berlin depart several times per day, covering the 435-mile route in as little as 9 hours 30 in some cases. A mixture of direct and indirect services are available, giving passengers flexibility while organizing their travel plans.
Which bus companies travel from Rotterdam to Berlin?
A majority of services between Rotterdam and Berlin are offered by Eurolines, including their French affiliate Eurolines.eu. Flixbus also serve the route, offering direct and indirect services, though their direct services are only available on Thursday to Sunday.
How long is the bus from Rotterdam to Berlin?
Journey times vary depending on direct or indirect services and congestion during peak travel. The fastest journeys over the 435-mile route can take as little as 9 hours 30 minutes. This is usually a direct overnight service, avoiding traffic during peak travel times. Longer indirect services can take closer to 11 hours 15 minutes. Indirect services can take anywhere from 16 hours to over 24 hours.
How many buses are there from Rotterdam to Berlin?
Every day, passengers can expect to choose from at least 3 departures from Rotterdam to Berlin. Of these, there will be at least one direct service, excluding Tuesdays where only indirect options are available. Thursday is the busiest day for departures.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Rotterdam to Berlin?
Departure station: Buses depart from Rotterdam, Conradstraat. The bus stop is centrally located near the high-rise Albeda College building. Rotterdam Centraal, the main train station, is a short walk away, providing links from the rest of the city as well as many international routes. Rotterdam Centraal is heavily serviced by buses and trams, providing easy access for all travelers.
Arrival station: Passengers will arrive at Berlin ZOB, the central bus station, located in the western district Charlottenburg. Berlin Schönefeld Airport is a 25-minute taxi away, and Tegel Airport is even closer only taking 10-minutes via taxi, both good options for those who need to organize onward travel. Berlin ZOB is served by several bus routes as well as S-Bahn lines S41 and S46.
FAQs: Bus from Rotterdam to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- European Sleeper
- Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, staff assistance
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Brandenburg Gate, an iconic neoclassical monument symbolizing peace and unity
- Berlin Wall Memorial, a preserved section of the Berlin Wall with a museum detailing its history
- Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site housing five renowned museums
- Reichstag Building, the historic seat of Germany's parliament with a modern glass dome offering panoramic views
- Charlottenburg Palace, a stunning baroque palace with beautiful gardens.
- Explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg
- Enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree
- Visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark
- Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain
- Attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- European Sleeper
- Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
- 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.
- European Sleeper
- 1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of hold luggage included in ticket price
- 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.
- European Sleeper
- Small pets in carriers allowed for free, larger dogs require paid ticket
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rotterdam to Berlin
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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