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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
$61
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
$75
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
2 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
2 h 40 m
Trains on 28 Sept
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 $75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $61.
To travel from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam you need to make at least one change.
20070 · IC 3540 · IC 11389:48 AM2h56Düsseldorf Hbf12:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way2 changes- 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 114611:48 AM2h56Düsseldorf Hbf2:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way2 changes
- 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 11541:48 PM2h56Düsseldorf Hbf4:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way2 changes
- S8 · 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 11389:32 AM3h12Düsseldorf Hbf12:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way3 changes
- S8 · 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 11541:32 PM3h12Düsseldorf Hbf4:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way3 changes
- ICE 220 · IC 28329:11 AM2h29Düsseldorf Hbf11:40 AMRotterdam Centraal$1411One-way1 change
- ICE 128 · IC 284011:11 AM2h29Düsseldorf Hbf1:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$991One-way1 change
- ICE 126 · IC 28481:11 PM2h29Düsseldorf Hbf3:40 PMRotterdam Centraal$971One-way1 change
- 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 11389:48 AM2h56Düsseldorf Hbf12:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way2 changes
- 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 114611:48 AM2h56Düsseldorf Hbf2:44 PMRotterdam Centraal$611One-way2 changes
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Rotterdam trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60402 · IC 622 · RE 4029 | Delayed 4:17 AM 6:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h51 | 9:34 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| ICE 224 · IC 2872 | 7:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h30 | 9:41 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
 20034+IC 3076 · IC 2878 | 7:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h45 | 11:11 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20034+IC 3178 · IC 2878 | 7:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h45 | 11:11 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · 20090 · IC 3580 · IC 1178 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h12 | 10:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| ICE 622 · 10158 · 20090 · IC 3580 | Delayed 5:48 PM 7:38 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 3h06 | 10:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
| ICE 120 · IC 2880 | On time 9:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h30 | 11:41 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186 | 9:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 12:56 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 26436 · 18978 · IC 3992 · IC 2992 | 10:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h53 | 6:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
| 20040+IC 3012 · IC 2012 | 10:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h29 | 6:55 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| ICE 220 · IC 2832 | On time 9:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h29 | 11:40 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 20014+IC 3236 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h01 | 1:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 20014+IC 3236 · IC 2836 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h14 | 12:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| S8 · 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 1138 | 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h12 | 12:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| 82258 · 10118 · 20070 · IC 3540 | 9:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h06 | 12:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
| 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 1138 | 9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 12:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| ICE 128 · IC 2840 | On time 11:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h29 | 1:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 20018+IC 3244 | 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h01 | 3:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 20018+IC 3244 · IC 2844 | 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h14 | 2:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 1146 | 11:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| ICE 126 · IC 2848 | On time 1:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h29 | 3:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 20022+IC 3252 · IC 2852 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h14 | 4:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20022+IC 3252 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h01 | 5:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| S8 · 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 1154 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h12 | 4:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| 82274 · 10134 · 20078 · IC 3556 | 1:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h06 | 4:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
| 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 1154 | 1:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h56 | 4:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20026+IC 3260 · IC 2860 | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h14 | 6:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| 20026+IC 3260 | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h01 | 7:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $12 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 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
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 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Rotterdam from $12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
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 Schiedam Centrum. 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 Alexander from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Alexander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
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