Rotterdam to Olst train with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Sun, May 31
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Olst

Showing times and prices for May 31

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$39

Fastest journey

2 h 12 m

Average duration

2 h 12 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

120 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Olst is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rotterdam to Olst will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Rotterdam for Olst on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .

On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.

  • NS International | IC Brussel
    8:24 AM2h12
    Rotterdam
    10:36 AMOlst
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Olst

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Olst among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $35.

Distance: 74 miles (120 km)

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Driving

$37

Average price

$28

Average price

Cheapest

$36

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Olst is a bus with an average price of $28 (€22).

This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Olst:

A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Olst costing on average $37 (€30).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Olst is by train with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Olst take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rotterdam and Olst including taking a train and bus.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $36 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.11 (€-0.89). The journey takes 2h 0m versus 1h 52m 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 to Olst train times

The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Olst trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:11 AM Rotterdam
2h12
12:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:20 AM Rotterdam
2h03
12:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:41 AM Rotterdam
2h12
12:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:50 AM Rotterdam
2h03
12:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:11 AM Rotterdam
2h12
1:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:20 AM Rotterdam
2h03
1:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:41 AM Rotterdam
2h12
1:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:50 AM Rotterdam
2h03
1:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
2:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
2:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
2:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
2:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
3:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
3:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
3:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
3:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
4:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
4:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
4:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
4:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
5:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
5:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
5:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
5:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
6:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
6:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
6:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
6:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
7:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
7:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
7:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
7:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)6:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
8:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)6:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
8:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)6:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
8:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)6:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
8:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
9:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
9:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
9:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7:50 PM Rotterdam
2h03
9:53 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
10:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:20 PM Rotterdam
2h03
10:23 PM Olst3 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
10:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
11:23 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9:41 PM Rotterdam
2h12
11:53 PM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:11 PM Rotterdam
2h12
12:23 AM Olst2 transfers
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:41 PM Rotterdam
7h42
7:23 AM Olst2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Olst

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Trains from Rotterdam to Olst run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 48m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $22 (€18)
Distance
74 miles (120 km)
Average train duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$35 (€28)
Trains per day
34
Fastest train
1h 48m
First train
12:23 AM
Last train
11:33 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $22 (€18)

Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam to Olst trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam and Olst from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
$86 (€69)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Rotterdam to Olst

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Olst 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 Olst, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Rotterdam to Olst can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $35 (€28), while the average price is around $37 (€30).
The train from Rotterdam to Olst takes 1h 48m and runs 34 per day.
The first train from Rotterdam to Olst leaves at 12:23 AM.
The distance by train from Rotterdam to Olst is 74 miles (120 km).
The last train from Rotterdam to Olst leaves at 11:33 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Rotterdam to Olst.
There is no direct train service currently available from Rotterdam to Olst.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Rotterdam to Olst.
The train station in Rotterdam that goes to Olst is Rotterdam Centraal, which connects to Olst.
The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Olst is by bus, with a cost of around $22 (€18).
The train journey from Rotterdam to Olst offers scenic views of the Dutch countryside, including picturesque fields, traditional windmills, and charming villages, especially as you travel through the central region of the Netherlands.
A day trip from Rotterdam to Olst is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 48m. However, there are 83 trains available per day for travel.
Typically, spending 1 to 2 days in Olst is sufficient to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
Yes, you can take the train from Rotterdam to Olst.
Since both Rotterdam and Olst are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Olst include Arnhem, Amsterdam, Utrecht, Zwolle, Twello.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Olst, travelers should be aware of common petty theft such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas or during local events. Scams are rare but can include overcharging by taxis not using meters. It's advisable to use official transportation services and stay vigilant with personal belongings to ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Rotterdam to Olst

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Olst
The major train station for departures in Rotterdam is Rotterdam Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rotterdam Centraal for your trip from Rotterdam to Olst.
Amenities at train station
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LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • 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.
Dining
Dining
  • Smullers
  • Albert Heijn to go
  • Starbucks
  • La Place
  • Julia's
  • Ekmekci
  • LEON
  • The Doner Company
  • StationsHuiskamer
  • De Broodzaak
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
  • Layin’ Rotterdam Central
  • Hostel Ani & Haakien
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located inside the central hall.
Public transit options for Rotterdam Centraal
  • 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

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