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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- S$76
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- S$89
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 2 h 56 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 2 h 56 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 18
- Distance
- 177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam will cost around S$89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$76.
To travel from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam you need to make at least 2 changes.
20068 · IC 3536 · IC 11348:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes- 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 1138
9:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 12:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20072 · IC 3544 · IC 1142
10:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 1:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186
9:48 PM 3h08 Düsseldorf Hbf 12:56 AM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20076 · IC 3552 · IC 1150
12:48 PM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 3:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes
- 20068 · IC 3536 · IC 1134
8:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 11:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 1138
9:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 12:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20072 · IC 3544 · IC 1142
10:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 1:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20076 · IC 3552 · IC 1150
12:48 PM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 3:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes - 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 1146
11:48 AM 2h56 Düsseldorf Hbf 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal S$76 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$31 but you can travel from only S$15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price S$31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20068 · IC 3536 · IC 1134 | 8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 11:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 1250 · IC 2834 | 8:52 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 12:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 1250 · IC 3629 · ICD 1845 | 8:52 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h15 | 12:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 1250 · IC 3629 · ICD 1845 | 8:54 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h13 | 12:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
S8 · ICE 1250 · IC 2834+ 56609 | 8:54 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h16 | 12:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 1138 | 9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 12:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20072 · IC 3544 · IC 1142 | 10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 1:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 158 · IC 3637 · ICD 1853 | 10:52 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h15 | 2:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 158 · IC 2842 | 10:52 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 2:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 158 · IC 2842+56613 | 10:54 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h16 | 2:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 158 · IC 3637 · ICD 1853 | 10:54 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h13 | 2:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
| 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 1146 | 11:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20076 · IC 3552 · IC 1150 | 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 3:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 156 · IC 2850 | 12:52 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 4:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 156 · IC 3645 · ICD 1861 | 12:52 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h15 | 4:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 156 · IC 3645 · ICD 1861 | 12:54 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h13 | 4:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
| S8 · ICE 156 · IC 2850+56617 | 12:54 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h16 | 4:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
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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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Düsseldorf and Rotterdam
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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf and Rotterdam
Most Düsseldorf to Rotterdam trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Alexander. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Rotterdam station do trains from Düsseldorf 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.
Getting to Rotterdam Zuid from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Zuid is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Hef, Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Zuid.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid, Art Hotel Rotterdam, Hotel New York.
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