The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt to Rotterdam will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $157.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$191 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt to Rotterdam
Trains from Frankfurt to Rotterdam run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $157 (€128) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $157 (€128) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 20:14 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt to Rotterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt and Rotterdam from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt 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.

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