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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$56

Average price

$109

Fastest journey

1 h 9 m

Average duration

1 h 9 m

Trains per day

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.

Fast trains

Of the 13 trains that leave Brussels Airport (BRU) for Rotterdam Centraal on Wed, Jul 09, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.

9301

05:53AM1h09

Brussels-Midi

07:02AMRotterdam Centraal

$561One-way

0 transfers

9369

06:53PM1h09

Brussels-Midi

08:02PMRotterdam Centraal

$1131One-way

0 transfers

9381

08:53PM1h09

Brussels-Midi

10:02PMRotterdam Centraal

$1131One-way

0 transfers

9339

01:53PM1h09

Brussels-Midi

03:02PMRotterdam Centraal

$1131One-way

0 transfers

9315

09:53AM1h09

Brussels-Midi

11:02AMRotterdam Centraal

$1131One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 70 miles (114 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€34 Average price	€13 Average price Cheapest
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 8

Last updated at 3:10 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
9369	4:53 PM Brussels-Midi	1h09	6:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9375	5:53 PM Brussels-Midi	1h09	7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9381	6:53 PM Brussels-Midi	1h09	8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, July 9
9301	3:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	5:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9303	5:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	7:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9309	6:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	8:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9315	7:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9415	7:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9321	8:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9339	11:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	1:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
9439	11:53 AM Brussels-Midi	1h09	1:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal

Belgium

Netherlands

Trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.

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 $10 (€8)

Distance

70 miles (114 km)

Average train duration

1h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$20 (€16)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 9m

First train

03:53

Last train

19:53

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€8)

Train providers: NS International | IC Brussel, PKP Intercity and Eurostar from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal trains

Find the best trains to Rotterdam Centraal from Brussels Airport (BRU) with Omio's travel partners NS International | IC Brussel, PKP Intercity and Eurostar from $31 (€25). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed railway service connecting the United Kingdom with countries in continental Europe like France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Most Eurostar trains travel through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, between the UK and France. With a high-speed train service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), you will travel in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier, and Business Premier,

FAQs: Trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal is $49 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal is 1 h 35 min to travel the 71 mile (114 km) long journey, with around there are 11 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal leaves at 6: 11 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal leaves at 7: 11 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal without having to change trains with SNCB. There are 4 direct trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Rotterdam Centraal. Take the fast train with Eurostar from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal.

The high-speed Eurostar train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal takes around 1 h 10 min.

When taking a train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal, you can count on Eurostar or SNCB for the best way to get you to Rotterdam Centraal. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 11 PM.

A day trip to Rotterdam Centraal from Brussels Airport (BRU) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rotterdam Centraal

Brussels

Rotterdam

Rotterdam Centraal Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Stationsplein 1, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands

Phone Number

+31 302357822

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

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.

Dining

Smullers
Albert Heijn to go
Starbucks
La Place
Julia's
Ekmekci
LEON
The Doner Company
StationsHuiskamer
De Broodzaak
& more

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.

Hotel

Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
Layin’ Rotterdam Central
Hostel Ani & Haakien

Ticket Office

Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00

Information Desk

Located inside the central hall.

Public transit options for Rotterdam Centraal

Subway lines: D, E
Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar