The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Rotterdam
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- DKK 964
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- DKK 1,224
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 11 h 48 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 12 h 5 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 7
- Distance
- 675 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Rotterdam will cost around DKK 1,224 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only DKK 964.
To travel from Copenhagen to Rotterdam you need to make at least 3 changes.
IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 20711:50 AM 13h20 Copenhagen Central Station 1:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 964 1 One-way 5 changes
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 20386 · RE RS232:22 PM 12h35 Copenhagen Central Station 2:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,123 1 One-way 5 changes
IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · S39:50 AM 12h44 Copenhagen Central Station 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,203 1 One-way 6 changes
ECE 393 · ICE 203 · ICE 142 · ICD 18688:22 AM 12h26 Copenhagen Central Station 8:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,274 1 One-way 3 changes
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 20382 · IC 178212:22 PM 11h48 Copenhagen Central Station 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,282 1 One-way 3 changes
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 20382 · IC 178212:22 PM 11h48 Copenhagen Central Station 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,282 1 One-way 3 changes
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · 20374 · IC 17668:22 AM 11h48 Copenhagen Central Station 8:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,282 1 One-way 4 changes
RJ 385 · ICE 615 · 20378 · IC 177410:22 AM 11h48 Copenhagen Central Station 10:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,441 1 One-way 3 changes
ECE 393 · ICE 203 · ICE 142 · ICD 18688:22 AM 12h26 Copenhagen Central Station 8:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,274 1 One-way 3 changes
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 20386 · RE RS232:22 PM 12h35 Copenhagen Central Station 2:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal DKK 1,123 1 One-way 5 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Rotterdam
Trains from Copenhagen to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 454 but you can travel from only DKK 187 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 675 km distance in 9h 36m.
Distance 675 km |
Average train duration 10h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 454 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 36m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Copenhagen to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Rotterdam trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 20386 · IC 1714 | On time 2:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 16h48 | 7:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 20386 · RE RS23 | On time 2:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 16h33 | 6:55 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
ECE 393 · ICE 203 · ICE 142 · ICD 1868 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h26 | 8:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · 20374 · IC 1766 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h48 | 8:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · S3 | 9:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h44 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 6 changes | |
RJ 385 · ICE 615 · 20378 · IC 1774 | On time 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h48 | 10:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207 | 11:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h20 | 1:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 20382 · IC 1782 | On time 12:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h48 | 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Copenhagen and Rotterdam
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FAQs: Copenhagen to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Rotterdam by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Rotterdam
Most Copenhagen to Rotterdam trains use the København Hovedb. to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Noord. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Copenhagen station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Vesterport st train station facilities and services
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
Getting to Nordhavn St. from Copenhagen city centre
Nordhavn St. is 3 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nordhavn St. train station facilities and services
Nordhavn St. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nordhavn St..
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nordhavn St..
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nordhavn St.: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nordhavn St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhavn St..
Which Rotterdam station do trains from Copenhagen arrive at?
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
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