The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf without transferring at least once.
IC 1129 · IC 2729 · 200778:45 AM3h24Rotterdam Centraal12:09 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$621One-way2 transfers
IC 1137 · IC 2737 · 2008110:45 AM3h24Rotterdam Centraal2:09 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$621One-way2 transfers
IC 2031 · IC 3031+
200199:05 AM3h28Rotterdam Centraal12:33 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$751One-way2 transfers
IC 2027 · ICE 2258:05 AM2h40Rotterdam Centraal10:45 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$801One-way1 transfer
IC 2035 · ICE 12310:05 AM2h40Rotterdam Centraal12:45 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$861One-way1 transfer
IC 2027 · ICE 2258:05 AM2h40Rotterdam Centraal10:45 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$801One-way1 transfer
IC 2035 · ICE 12310:05 AM2h40Rotterdam Centraal12:45 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$861One-way1 transfer
IC 1129 · IC 2729 · 200778:45 AM3h24Rotterdam Centraal12:09 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$621One-way2 transfers
IC 1137 · IC 2737 · 2008110:45 AM3h24Rotterdam Centraal2:09 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$621One-way2 transfers
IC 2031 · IC 3031+
200199:05 AM3h28Rotterdam Centraal12:33 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$751One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $340.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $629 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $612 (€496) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf costing on average $629 (€509).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
Flight takes on average 6h 59m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€50) compared to roughly $51 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.77 (€-7.91). The journey takes 2h 56m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 11414 · IC 3015+ 20011 | 2:32 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h01 | 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2817 · ICE 121 | On time 5:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h55 | 8:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 | On time 5:54 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h51 | 8:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2819 · IC 2921 · 20073 | 6:20 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h49 | 10:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1121 · IC 28421 · IC 2921 · 20073 | 6:45 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 10:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2821 · IC 3123+ 21231 · 20015 | 6:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h43 | 10:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2027 · ICE 225 | On time 8:05 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h40 | 10:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2827 · IC 3227+ 20017 | 8:20 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 11:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3231+ 20019 | 8:33 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 4h00 | 12:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1129 · IC 28429 · IC 2729 · 20077 | 8:45 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 12:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2831 · IC 3231+ 20019 | 9:20 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 12:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2035 · ICE 123 | On time 10:05 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h40 | 12:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2835 · IC 3235+ 20021 | 10:20 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 1:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1137 · IC 28437 · IC 2737 · 20081 | 10:45 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 2:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2837 · IC 3139+ 21233 · 20023 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h43 | 2:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 | On time 12:05 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h40 | 2:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2843 · IC 3243+ 20025 | 12:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 3:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3247+ 20027 | 12:33 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4h00 | 4:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1145 · IC 28445 · IC 2745 · 20085 | 12:45 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 4:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2847 · IC 3247+ 20027 | 1:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 4:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2051 · ICE 127 | 2:05 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h40 | 4:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2851 · IC 3251+ 20029 | 2:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 5:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1153 · IC 28453 · IC 2753 · 20089 | 2:45 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 6:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2853 · IC 3155+ 21235 · 20031 | 2:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h43 | 6:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2059 · ICE 129 | 4:05 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h40 | 6:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2859 · IC 3259+ 20033 | 4:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 7:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 3263+ 20035 | 4:33 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4h00 | 8:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1161 · IC 28461 · IC 2761 · 20093 | 4:45 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 8:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2863 · IC 3263+ 20035 | 5:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h13 | 8:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2867 · ICE 221 | 6:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2h25 | 8:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 1169 · IC 28469 · IC 2769 · 20097 | 6:45 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h24 | 10:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2877 · IC 60403 · Bus RE3 | 8:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3h12 | 12:02 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf
Trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Rotterdam Centraal and Düsseldorf Hbf from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf 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 Düsseldorf Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rotterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- 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.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- 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
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
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