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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Rotterdam
Showing times and prices for Mar 23
Cheapest price
$365
Average price
$365
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
439 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Rotterdam will cost around $365 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $365.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.
06:47AM5h45
Birmingham12:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
09:21AM6h11
Birmingham03:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
01:21PM6h11
Birmingham07:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
04:21PM6h11
Birmingham10:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
11:21PM11h11
Birmingham10:32AMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
06:47AM5h45
Birmingham12:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
09:21AM6h11
Birmingham03:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
01:21PM6h11
Birmingham07:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
04:21PM6h11
Birmingham10:32PMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
11:21PM11h11
Birmingham10:32AMRotterdam
$3651One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $332.
Distance: 272 miles (439 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$332 Average price | $111 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birmingham to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Rotterdam trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:00 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W02741+ 9132+ 9563 | On time 8:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h51 | 5:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
 C90767+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Euston+9132+9563 | 8:28 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 8h49 | 5:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
 W08386 · W07026+9132+9563 | On time 8:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h44 | 5:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| C90771+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 8:46 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 12h46 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| C90771+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International+9136 | On time 8:46 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 8h46 | 5:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02739+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 8:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 12h36 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W08393+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 12h25 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W08393+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9136 | On time 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h25 | 5:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| C90774+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International+9152 | 9:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 12h20 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02736+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9136 | On time 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h02 | 5:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02736+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 12h02 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W08397+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 9:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 11h58 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W05661+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9148 · 9387 | On time 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 10h56 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W05661+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 10h26 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| C90785+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International+9152 | 11:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 10h20 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02063+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 11:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 10h06 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02063+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9148 · 9381 | On time 11:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 9h36 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W02063+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9148 · 9387 | On time 11:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 10h36 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W05666+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9148 · 9387 | On time 11:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 10h29 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W05666+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 11:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 9h59 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W05666 · W05518+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 11:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 9h59 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W05680+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h26 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02062+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 1:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h15 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02062+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9148 · 9387 | On time 1:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h45 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W03121+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 1:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 8h11 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W05688 · W05528+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 1:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 7h59 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| W05688+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 1:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 7h59 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| W02717+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+9152 | On time 1:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 7h45 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Rotterdam
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Trains from Birmingham to Rotterdam run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $332 (€269) but you can travel from only $59 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 6h 11m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $59 (€47)
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $332 (€269) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 18:11 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $59 (€47)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Rotterdam trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Rotterdam from $59 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 11m
Cheapest Price
$332 (€269)
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
Train ticket prices from Birmingham to Rotterdam can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $332 (€269), while the average price is around $332 (€269).
The train from Birmingham to Rotterdam runs once a day and takes approximately 6h 11m.
The distance by train from Birmingham to Rotterdam is 272 miles (439 km).
The first train from Birmingham to Rotterdam leaves at 5:15 AM.
The last train from Birmingham to Rotterdam leaves at 6:11 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Birmingham to Rotterdam.
There is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Rotterdam.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Birmingham to Rotterdam.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Rotterdam is by bus, with a cost of around $59 (€47).
The train journey from Birmingham to Rotterdam offers varying scenery, including glimpses of the English countryside, the Channel Tunnel crossing, and parts of the Dutch landscape, providing a mix of urban and rural views.
A day trip from Birmingham to Rotterdam is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 11m and trains operate once per day over a distance of 272 miles (439 km).
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Rotterdam.
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