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Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the remarkably preserved 1628 warship Vasa, with powerful storytelling about maritime history and recovery.
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
21h 18m
Average duration
21h 52m
Trains per day
7
Distance
1181 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 734 miles (1182 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$230 Average price | $162 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $431 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 20m Average total duration 16h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 39m Average total duration 25h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Stockholm:
A flight is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rotterdam to Stockholm costing on average $171 (€141).
A flight is $68 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Stockholm costing on average $230 (€189).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 50m.
Bus takes on average 25h 9m.
Tickets start at around $230 (€189) compared to roughly $431 (€356) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $202 (€166). The journey takes 16h 50m versus 16h 26m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Stockholm trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICD 1841 · ICE 147 · ICE 610 · ECE 392 | 11:11 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 22h30 | 9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station | 7 transfers | |
IC 2839 · IC 1741 · ICE 147 · ICE 200 | 11:20 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 22h21 | 9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station | 9 transfers | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 · IC 2200 · ICE 610 | 12:05 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 21h36 | 9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station | 8 transfers | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 · IC 2200 · ICE 610 | 12:05 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 22h33 | 10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 9 transfers | |
IC 2843 · ICE 125 · IC 2200 · ICE 610 | 12:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 21h21 | 9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station | 8 transfers | |
ICD 1849 · ICE 149 · ICE 108 · 11180 | 1:11 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 21h27 | 10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 8 transfers | |
IC 2847 · IC 1749 · ICE 149 · ICE 108 | 1:20 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 21h18 | 10:38 AM Stockholm Central Station | 9 transfers | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Stockholm run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€80) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 734 miles (1182 km) distance in 17h 16m.
Distance 734 miles (1182 km) |
Average train duration 16h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€80) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 17h 16m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Most Rotterdam to Stockholm trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Stockholm 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 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.
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander 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 Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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