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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels Airport 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 to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 39 trains that leave Brussels Airport for Rotterdam Centraal on Thu, Aug 06, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
92596:11 PM1h39Brussels National Airport7:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$251One-way0 transfers- 92637:11 PM1h39Brussels National Airport8:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$251One-way0 transfers
- 92678:11 PM1h39Brussels National Airport9:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$251One-way0 transfers
- 92719:11 PM1h39Brussels National Airport10:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$251One-way0 transfers
- 92473:11 PM1h39Brussels National Airport4:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$251One-way0 transfers
2629+
93098:41 AM1h21Brussels National Airport10:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$1031One-way1 transfer- 2632+932711:41 AM1h21Brussels National Airport1:02 PMRotterdam Centraal$1491One-way1 transfer
- 2630+94159:41 AM1h21Brussels National Airport11:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$1331One-way1 transfer
- 2630+93159:41 AM1h21Brussels National Airport11:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$1151One-way1 transfer
- 2629+94098:41 AM1h21Brussels National Airport10:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$1031One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal:
A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal costing on average $43.
Other travel options to Rotterdam Centraal take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $43 compared to roughly $32 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9223 | 9:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2630+ 9535 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 2630+9315 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 9227 | 10:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2631+9539 | 10:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 2631+9321 | 10:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 12:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 9231 | 11:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2632+9543 | 11:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
 3111+9329 | 12:18 PM Vilvoorde station | 1h14 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3684+9339 | 1:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3684+9439 | 1:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3684+9439 | 1:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3684+9339 | 1:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1762+9439 | 1:28 PM Vilvoorde station | 1h34 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1762+9339 | 1:28 PM Vilvoorde station | 1h34 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3686+9351 | 3:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3686+9351 | 3:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1764+9351 | 3:28 PM Vilvoorde station | 1h34 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3688+9363 | 5:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3688+9463 | 5:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3688+9463 | 5:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3688+9363 | 5:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3689+9369 | 6:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3689+9369 | 6:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3690+9375 | 7:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3690+9375 | 7:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3118+9375 | 7:18 PM Vilvoorde station | 1h44 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3691+9381 | 8:05 PM Zaventem station | 1h57 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3691+9381 | 8:08 PM Diegem station | 1h54 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 3119+9381 | 8:18 PM Vilvoorde station | 1h44 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 9219 | 8:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2629+9309 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 2629+9409 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 2629+9531 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
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Netherlands
Trains from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 7:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal trainsEuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Brussels Airport and Rotterdam Centraal from $10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal 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 Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
Most Brussels Airport to Rotterdam Centraal trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels Airport and Rotterdam Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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