- Must visit
Stedelijk Museum Breda
Breda’s main museum in a former court and military building, covering city history, visual culture, and notable exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Breda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Breda will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 12 trains that leave Rotterdam for Breda on Sun, Aug 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 34 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.
SPR 5107 · SPR 6620
IC 182283 · IC 21415
IC 2381 · SPR 706690
IC 2382 · IC 1191
IC 2381 · SPR 706690
IC 1191
IC 2382 · IC 1191
SPR 4025 · IC 1129
SPR 4023 · IC 1127
SPR 4087 · IC 1191Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Breda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Breda:
A train is $18 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rotterdam to Breda costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Breda take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (28m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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 NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, EuroCity, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Breda trains for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPR 5105 · SPR 706616 | 5:26 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h56 | 6:22 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5105 · SPR 706616 | 5:29 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h53 | 6:22 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5110 · IC 1119 | 6:01 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h36 | 6:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1119 | 6:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 6:37 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4019 · IC 1123 | 7:03 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 7:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4021 · IC 1125 | 7:33 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 8:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5118+ EC 9216 | 8:01 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h33 | 8:34 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4023 · IC 1127 | 8:03 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 8:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2318 · IC 1127 | 8:05 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 8:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
EC 9216 | 8:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h24 | 8:34 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1127 | 8:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 8:37 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4025 · IC 1129 | 8:33 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 9:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2220 · IC 1129 | 8:35 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 9:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 703518 · SPR 706628 | 8:40 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h42 | 9:22 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1129 | 8:45 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 9:07 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5122+ EC 9220 | 9:01 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h33 | 9:34 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4027 · IC 1131 | 9:03 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 9:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2322 · IC 1131 | 9:05 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 9:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 703520 · SPR 706630 | 9:10 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h42 | 9:52 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
EC 9220 | 9:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h24 | 9:34 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1131 | 9:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 9:37 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICD 1822 | 9:23 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 9:45 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4029 · IC 1133 | 9:33 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 10:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2224 · IC 1133 | 9:35 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 10:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 703522 · SPR 706632 | 9:40 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h42 | 10:22 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1133 | 9:45 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 10:07 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICD 1824 | 9:53 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h21 | 10:14 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5126+ EC 9224 | 10:01 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h33 | 10:34 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4031 · IC 1135 | 10:03 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 10:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2326 · IC 1135 | 10:05 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 10:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 703524 · SPR 706634 | 10:10 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h42 | 10:52 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
EC 9224 | 10:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h24 | 10:34 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5028 · ICD 1826 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h30 | 10:45 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1135 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 10:37 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICD 1826 | 10:23 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 10:45 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4033 · IC 1137 | 10:33 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 11:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2228 · IC 1137 | 10:35 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 11:07 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 703526 · SPR 706636 | 10:40 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h42 | 11:22 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5030 · ICD 1828 | 10:44 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h30 | 11:14 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1137 | 10:45 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 11:07 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICD 1828 | 10:53 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h21 | 11:14 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4035 · IC 1139 | 11:03 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 11:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
EC 9228 | 11:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h24 | 11:34 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4037 · IC 1141 | 11:33 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 12:07 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4039 · IC 1143 | 12:03 PM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 12:37 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4041 · IC 1145 | 12:33 PM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 1:07 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
SPR 4087 · IC 1191 | 12:03 AM Rotterdam Noord | 0h34 | 12:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2382 · IC 1191 | 12:05 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 12:37 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1191 | 12:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 12:37 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2381 · SPR 706690 | 12:21 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h41 | 1:02 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2381 · SPR 706690 | 12:24 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h38 | 1:02 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4089 · IC 21415 | 12:33 AM Rotterdam Noord | 1h07 | 1:40 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 182283 · IC 21415 | 12:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 0h46 | 1:40 AM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
IC 21415 | 1:03 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h37 | 1:40 AM Breda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Breda run on average 74 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 74 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Breda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Breda trip today.
Breda’s main museum in a former court and military building, covering city history, visual culture, and notable exhibitions.
Photography museum and image culture venue known through BredaPhoto programming and visual storytelling projects in the city.
Small museum in the Begijnhof presenting the life of the beguines and the social history of this unique religious community.
Central city park between the station and old town, ideal for a first walk, shaded paths, and views toward the castle area.
Breda’s main square, lined with historic buildings and anchored by the Grote Kerk. A lively base for sightseeing and events.
Large woodland and leisure area south of the center, favored for walking, cycling, and escaping the city without leaving Breda.
A classic Brabant sausage roll with seasoned minced meat in pastry. It is a beloved regional snack eaten in bakeries, cafés, and at festive gatherings.
Small fried dough balls dusted with sugar, popular at winter markets and fairs. They are a traditional Dutch treat often eaten warm and fresh.
Thick Dutch fries served with mayonnaise or stews. Friet is a staple casual food in Breda and across Brabant, often enjoyed from local snack bars.
Refined fine dining in central Breda, known for modern seasonal cooking and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-regarded restaurant focused on French and Dutch cuisine with a warm, classic atmosphere near the historic center.
Popular casual venue for quality burgers, fries, and comfort food in a lively, modern setting loved by locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are not cheap, but Breda is usually less costly than Amsterdam. Local transit and casual meals are manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips in cafes are optional.
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Breda Station -> Grote Markt, Breda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Breda 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 Breda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Breda trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Breda station pair, with some services arriving at Breda-Prinsenbeek. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Breda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
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.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Blaak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Breda is 1 km from Breda city centre. Public transport options include:
Breda has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Con Fuego, De Colonie Breda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Breda. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Breda. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Breda: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Breda: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Breda: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nassau Breda, Apollo Hotel Breda City Centre, Golden Tulip Keyser Breda.
Breda-Prinsenbeek is 4 km from Breda city centre. Public transport options include:
Breda-Prinsenbeek has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
ATMs are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
Available at Breda-Prinsenbeek: Parking.
Available at Breda-Prinsenbeek: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
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