The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Cheapest price
33S$
Average price
87S$
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
66
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Antwerp will cost around 87S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 33S$.
Of the 66 trains that leave Rotterdam for Antwerp every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.
92209:10 AM1h13Rotterdam Centraal10:23 AMAntwerp-Berchem33 S$1One-way0 changes
92168:10 AM1h13Rotterdam Centraal9:23 AMAntwerp-Berchem33 S$1One-way0 changes
92127:10 AM1h06Rotterdam Centraal8:16 AMAntwerp-Central33 S$1One-way0 changes
92127:10 AM1h13Rotterdam Centraal8:23 AMAntwerp-Berchem33 S$1One-way0 changes
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92168:15 AM1h08Rotterdam Centraal9:23 AMAntwerp-Berchem35 S$1One-way1 change
94765:58 PM0h32Rotterdam Centraal6:30 PMAntwerp-Central108 S$1One-way0 changes
93167:58 AM0h32Rotterdam Centraal8:30 AMAntwerp-Central108 S$1One-way0 changes
94582:58 PM0h32Rotterdam Centraal3:30 PMAntwerp-Central108 S$1One-way0 changes
93765:58 PM0h32Rotterdam Centraal6:30 PMAntwerp-Central108 S$1One-way0 changes
93887:58 PM0h32Rotterdam Centraal8:30 PMAntwerp-Central108 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotterdam to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 11S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 11S$, and a train costs an average of 23S$.
Distance: 78 km
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Live departures
Rotterdam to Antwerp train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Antwerp trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9376 | 5:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 6:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9376+ 2389 | 5:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 6:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9382 | 6:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 7:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9382+ 2390 | 6:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 7:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9388 | 7:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 8:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9388+ 2391 | 7:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 8:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9388+ 720 | 7:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 8:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9264 | 8:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h06 | 9:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1175+ 9264 | 8:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h01 | 9:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9568 | 8:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h44 | 9:26 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9268 | 9:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h06 | 10:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
1179+ 9268 | 9:15 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h01 | 10:16 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9572 | 9:42 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h44 | 10:26 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9398 | 9:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 10:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9398+ 722 | 9:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 10:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9398+ 1472 | 9:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h05 | 11:03 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
9512 | 6:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h44 | 7:26 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9512+ 19710 | 6:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h58 | 7:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9512+ 2378 | 6:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h10 | 7:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9410 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h33 | 7:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9310 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h33 | 7:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9310+ 2378 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h55 | 7:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9310+ 19710 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 7:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9410+ 19710 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 7:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9410+ 2378 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h55 | 7:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9310+ 2378 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h55 | 7:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9410+ 2378 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h55 | 7:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9212 | 7:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h06 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9212 | 7:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 8:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 changesdirect | |
1123+ 9212 | 7:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h01 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
1123+ 9212 | 7:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h08 | 8:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9516 | 7:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h44 | 8:26 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9516+ 708 | 7:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h58 | 8:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9516+ 2379 | 7:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h10 | 8:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9316 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 8:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9316+ 2379 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 8:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9316+ 708 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 8:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9316+ 2379 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 8:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9316+ 708 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 8:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9216 | 8:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 9:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 changesdirect | |
1127+ 9216 | 8:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h08 | 9:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9520+ 19714 | 8:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h58 | 9:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9520+ 2380 | 8:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h10 | 9:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9220 | 9:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 10:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 changesdirect | |
1131+ 9220 | 9:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h08 | 10:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9524+ 19734 | 9:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h58 | 10:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9524+ 2381 | 9:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h10 | 10:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9224 | 10:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 11:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 changesdirect | |
1135+ 9224 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h08 | 11:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9334 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h33 | 11:01 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9334+ 3132 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 11:11 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9334+ 1832 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h48 | 11:16 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9334+ 1983 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h41 | 11:09 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9334+ 2581 | 10:28 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 11:22 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9528+ 19716 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h58 | 11:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9528+ 2382 | 10:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h10 | 11:52 AM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9228 | 11:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 12:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 changesdirect | |
1139+ 9228 | 11:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h08 | 12:23 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9532+ 19718 | 11:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h58 | 12:40 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9532+ 2383 | 11:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h10 | 12:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9344 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h33 | 1:01 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9344+ 1834 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h48 | 1:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9344+ 1985 | 12:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h41 | 1:09 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
9458 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 3:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9358 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 3:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9458+ 2386 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 3:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9358+ 2386 | 2:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 3:52 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9362 | 3:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 4:00 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
9362+ 1837 | 3:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h48 | 4:16 PM Antwerp-South | 1 change | |
9362+ 3137 | 3:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h41 | 4:09 PM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Trains from Rotterdam to Antwerp run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 23S$ but you can travel from only 11S$ by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 32m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price 23S$ |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, Regional, Alibus, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam to Antwerp trainsEuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, Regional, Alibus, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam and Antwerp from 11S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Antwerp train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Antwerp
Most Rotterdam to Antwerp trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Antwerpen-Berchem. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Antwerp train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rotterdam station do trains to Antwerp leave from?
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 Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Blaak 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 Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
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.
Which Antwerp station do trains from Rotterdam arrive at?
Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services
Antwerpen 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: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Getting to Antwerpen-Berchem from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Berchem 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: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Getting to Antwerpen-Zuid from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen-Zuid is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Zuid train station facilities and services
Antwerpen-Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zuidcafé, Restaurant Het Gerecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Zuid: Restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid, Hotel Rubenshof, Hotel Pilar.
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