London to Rotterdam train
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest train times from London to Rotterdam
Fastest Journey
3 h 16 m
Average
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
321 km
Of the 4 trains that leave London for Rotterdam every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from London to Rotterdam
 | Distance | 198 miles (320 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 16 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $237 (€209) |
 | Direct train | Yes |
 | Train providers | Eurostar |
Trains from London to Rotterdam cover the 198 miles (320 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 16 min with our travel partners like Eurostar. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $237 (€209), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $187 (€165). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Rotterdam trains
Eurostar trains will get you to Rotterdam from London from $187 (€165). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 to Rotterdam from London in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar train from London to Rotterdam, you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier (with light refreshments served and spacious seats), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seating, lounge access, priority boarding and hot meal served).
Trains from London to Rotterdam
Travel between the UK's busy capital and the Dutch province of Rotterdam has never been easier, thanks to high-speed services offered by Eurostar. During the week, passengers can expect two direct departures, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, with numerous indirect routes requiring one change at Brussels Midi. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, passengers are sure to find a departure to suit their needs.
Which train companies travel from London to Rotterdam?
All trains from London to Rotterdam are served by Eurostar. Passengers can choose from Standard, Standard Premier or Business Premier tickets, with different perks attached to each class. The high-speed trains reach speeds of up to 186mph, traveling under the Channel Tunnel to reach its destinations.
How long is the train from London to Rotterdam?
The fastest direct service from London to Rotterdam can complete the 300-mile route in just 3 hours 16 minutes. Indirect services, requiring one change at Brussels Midi take closer to 4 hours. Some later departures require an overnight stay at Brussels, taking travel time to well over 11 hours, including transfers.
How many trains are there from London to Rotterdam?
During the week, passengers can expect 2 direct services from London to Rotterdam, with 7 indirect journeys supplementing the service. On a Saturday there is one direct departure in the morning, and on a Sunday, the direct departure is in the evening. Over the weekend, there are still 7 indirect departures. Indirect departures are spread throughout the day, starting at around 8:00 a.m. The last departure to reach Rotterdam on the same day is the 6:00 p.m. service.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Rotterdam?
Departure train station: All trains depart from London St Pancras, found in central London. The station is within walking distance of both Euston and Kings Cross, providing links to most of the country. St Pancras is served by the Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan and Victoria London Underground lines, as well as several bus routes from around the city.
Arrival train station: Passengers will alight at Rotterdam Centraal, the main railway station in the Dutch port city. The station, as the name suggests, is centrally located. Station facilities include toilets, baggage storage, bicycle parking as well as shops, bars, and dining options.
Travel Tips: Trains from London to Rotterdam
Travel by train between London, United Kingdom and Rotterdam, Netherlands is: Unrestricted.
Is international entry into Rotterdam from London restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Netherlands from London?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Rotterdam, Netherlands?
The government of Netherlands has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
The above information was last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Rotterdam from London closer to your date of departure here
The restriction level for your return train to London, United Kingdom from Rotterdam is: Unrestricted.
Is my return train into London from Rotterdam restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in United Kingdom from Rotterdam?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in London, United Kingdom?
The government of United Kingdom has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask required: Regional advice
Last checked on 2/21/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to London from Rotterdam closer to your date of departure here here.
When taking the train from London to Rotterdam, you can choose to depart from train stations like London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross. Your route can end in train stations such as Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Noord and Rotterdam Blaak.
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from London Victoria and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
Passengers board their train most frequently from London Victoria and travel around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from the city center to this train station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Rotterdam Centraal and need to travel approximately 0.6 miles (876 m) from the train station to the city center in Rotterdam.
Important Stations and Airports for this connection
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Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTrain lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityLocation for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
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Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Bakerloo Line.
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