- Must visit
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Rotterdam’s leading art museum with Dutch masters, design, and decorative arts. A must for major exhibitions and its landmark depot nearby.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaventem to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaventem to Rotterdam will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 23 trains that leave Zaventem for Rotterdam on Sat, Jul 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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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9543Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Zaventem to Rotterdam:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Rotterdam costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 38m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $32 (€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.
Direct services run with EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel.
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 Zaventem to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3679+ 9309 | 8:07 AM Zaventem station | 1h55 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3679+ 9531 | 8:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h10 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9219 | 8:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3779+ 9223 | 8:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h14 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9309 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2629+ 9531 | 8:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3680+ 9315 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 1h55 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3680+ 9535 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h10 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3680+ 9415 | 9:07 AM Zaventem station | 1h55 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9223 | 9:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3780+ 9227 | 9:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h14 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9315 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9535 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2630+ 9415 | 9:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h21 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3681+ 9539 | 10:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h10 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9227 | 10:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3781+ 9231 | 10:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h14 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2631+ 9539 | 10:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3682+ 9543 | 11:07 AM Zaventem station | 2h10 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9231 | 11:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h39 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
3782+ 9235 | 11:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h14 | 1:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
2632+ 9543 | 11:41 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h36 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1933+ 9329 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 1h44 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zaventem to Rotterdam run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Rotterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotterdam trip today.
Rotterdam’s leading art museum with Dutch masters, design, and decorative arts. A must for major exhibitions and its landmark depot nearby.
World-first publicly accessible art storage depot. Visitors see collection care, restoration, and city views from the rooftop.
Contemporary art center known for ambitious international exhibitions. Best for visitors wanting Rotterdam’s cutting-edge art scene.
Lively old harbor district with historic ships, terraces, and waterside views. Great for walks and a classic Rotterdam atmosphere.
Modern waterfront area of bold architecture, hotels, and river panoramas. Essential for seeing Rotterdam’s contemporary skyline.
Main shopping street rebuilt after the war. Visit for striking postwar urban planning and easy access to central sights.
Crisp, syrup-filled waffles from nearby Gouda. Popular across Rotterdam markets and cafés, they are a classic Dutch sweet snack best eaten fresh and warm.
Hand-cut fries with rich mayonnaise or other sauces. A beloved Dutch street food found at snack bars and markets throughout Rotterdam.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. Traditional at Dutch pancake houses and a nostalgic treat for many locals.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by François Geurds, known for creative tasting menus and polished modern luxury.
Stylish Michelin-star restaurant with seasonal tasting menus, elegant plating, and an intimate fine dining atmosphere.
Popular casual spot famed for oversized Dutch meatballs, beer, and no-frills local character near the Maas.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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