The cheapest and fastest trains from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Schaerbeek for Rotterdam on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
8:03 AM1h47Schaerbeek9:50 AMRotterdam$211One-way0 transfers
7:56 PM1h54Schaerbeek9:50 PMRotterdam$221One-way0 transfers
9:56 AM1h54Schaerbeek11:50 AMRotterdam$351One-way0 transfers
4:53 AM1h09Schaerbeek6:02 AMRotterdam$381One-way0 transfers
2:53 PM1h09Schaerbeek4:02 PMRotterdam$1121One-way0 transfers
4:53 AM1h09Schaerbeek6:02 AMRotterdam$381One-way0 transfers
2:53 PM1h09Schaerbeek4:02 PMRotterdam$1121One-way0 transfers
8:03 AM1h47Schaerbeek9:50 AMRotterdam$211One-way0 transfers
7:56 PM1h54Schaerbeek9:50 PMRotterdam$221One-way0 transfers
9:56 AM1h54Schaerbeek11:50 AMRotterdam$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Schaerbeek to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam:
A bus is $29 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 46m by train vs 1h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $33 (€26) 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.
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.
Live departures
Schaerbeek to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Schaerbeek to Rotterdam trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:56 AM Schaerbeek | 1h54 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Schaerbeek | 1h54 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 PM Schaerbeek | 1h09 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam
Trains from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Regional, SNCB from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam trainsRegional, SNCB trains will get you between Schaerbeek and Rotterdam from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Schaerbeek to Rotterdam
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Annie M.G. Schmidtplein.
- Restaurant De Hef
- Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid
- Art Hotel Rotterdam
- Hotel New York
- Located in the main hall
- 604 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line D
- Bus: Lines 66, 77
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