The cheapest and fastest trains from Schiphol to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schiphol to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to Rotterdam will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 35 trains that leave Schiphol for Rotterdam on Thu, Jan 08, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
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Compare bus and train for Schiphol to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. 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 bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Live departures
Schiphol to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol to Rotterdam trains for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9564 | 6:12 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 6:39 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3564 | 6:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 7:04 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
5762+ 2365 | 6:18 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h00 | 7:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1864 | 6:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 6:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2466 | 6:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 7:08 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3566 | 6:44 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1866 | 6:52 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 7:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9568 | 7:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 7:38 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3568 | 7:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 8:04 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1868 | 7:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 7:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2470 | 7:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 8:08 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3570 | 7:44 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h51 | 8:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1870 | 7:52 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 8:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9572 | 8:11 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 8:38 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3572 | 8:14 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 9:04 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1872 | 8:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 8:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9398 | 8:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h25 | 8:52 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2474 | 8:41 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 9:08 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3574 | 8:44 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 9:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1874 | 8:52 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 9:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3174 · 2275 | 8:58 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 9:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, January 8 | |||||
3250 | 3:05 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h52 | 3:57 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9552 | 3:12 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 3:39 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3552 | 3:16 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h51 | 4:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
5750+ 2353 | 3:19 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h59 | 4:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1852 | 3:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 3:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3252 | 3:35 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h52 | 4:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2454 | 3:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 4:08 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3554 | 3:46 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h51 | 4:37 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1854 | 3:52 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 4:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3254 | 4:05 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h52 | 4:57 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9556 | 4:12 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 4:39 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3556 | 4:16 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h51 | 5:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
5754+ 2357 | 4:19 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h59 | 5:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1856 | 4:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 4:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3256 | 4:35 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h52 | 5:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2458 | 4:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 5:08 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3558 | 4:46 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h51 | 5:37 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1858 | 4:52 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 5:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3258 | 5:05 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h52 | 5:57 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9560 | 5:12 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h27 | 5:39 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3560 | 5:16 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h51 | 6:07 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
5758+ 2361 | 5:19 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h59 | 6:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1860 | 5:22 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 5:48 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3260 | 5:35 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h52 | 6:27 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2462 | 5:42 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 6:08 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3562 | 5:46 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h50 | 6:36 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1862 | 5:52 PM Schiphol Airport | 0h26 | 6:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schiphol to Rotterdam
Trains from Schiphol to Rotterdam run on average 20 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn from Schiphol to Rotterdam trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Schiphol and Rotterdam from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Eurostar
PKP Intercity
Intercity
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.
Eurocity Direct
FAQs: Trains from Schiphol to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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 Schiphol 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
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