How to travel from Antwerp to Rotterdam

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Compare train and bus for Antwerp to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 48 miles (78 km)

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€25

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€11

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1h 27m

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57m

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30m

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2h 2m

Average total duration

1h 32m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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from Antwerp to Rotterdam

How to get from Antwerp to Rotterdam by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Antwerp to Rotterdam is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

BlaBlaCar Bus50829
09:40AM1h30
Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
11:10AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$111One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus
09:10AM1h45
Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
10:55AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$111One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Eurostar9363
06:30PM0h32
Antwerp-Central
07:02PMRotterdam Centraal
$631One-way
0 transfers

Other options

EuroCity9227
10:38AM1h12
Antwerp-Berchem
11:50AMRotterdam Centraal
$291One-way
0 transfers
EuroCity9223
09:45AM1h05
Antwerp-Central
10:50AMRotterdam Centraal
$291One-way
0 transfers
EuroCity9231
11:38AM1h12
Antwerp-Berchem
12:50PMRotterdam Centraal
$291One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:40AM1h40
Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
12:20PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
12:05PM1h25
Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage)
01:30PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$131One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:40PM1h30
Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
03:10PMRotterdam, Zuidplein
$121One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Antwerp to Rotterdam

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Antwerp to Rotterdam, 86,61% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Antwerp to Rotterdam and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp to Rotterdam

Travel to Rotterdam easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Rotterdam.

FAQs

There are 2 options to travel from Antwerp to Rotterdam including taking a train or bus.

The cheapest way to go to Rotterdam from Antwerp is by taking a bus, which costs on average $6 (€5).

This is compared to other ways of getting from Antwerp to Rotterdam:

A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this trip with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Rotterdam costing on average $9 (€8).

The quickest way to travel to Rotterdam from Antwerp is by train, which takes on average 32 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

Bus takes 1 h 15 min on average.

Rotterdam is approximately 48 miles (78 km) away from Antwerp.

The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Rotterdam is:

  • 19 buses per day.
  • 8 trains a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip between Antwerp and Rotterdam as scheduled services by train or bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Rotterdam:

  • Buses most often depart from Antwerp at Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Rotterdam at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
  • Trains most often depart from Antwerp at Antwerp-Central and arrive in Rotterdam at Rotterdam Centraal.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Antwerp to Rotterdam:

  • You can go to Rotterdam from Antwerp by bus with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus or De Lijn. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $6 (€5) with FlixBus from Antwerp to Rotterdam on Omio.
  • You can travel by train between Antwerp and Rotterdam with Eurostar or European Sleeper, and you can find European Sleeper Antwerp to Rotterdam tickets for $43 (€39) on Omio.

Yes, there are direct routes from Antwerp to Rotterdam with the following travel companies:

  • You can find 19 direct buses per day to Rotterdam with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • You can find 6 direct trains per day to take to Rotterdam with Eurostar.

Direct services to Rotterdam tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

Looking to extend your trip from Antwerp to Rotterdam? Many Omio customers who go from Antwerp to Rotterdam usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Paris, Amsterdam, London, Brussels or Berlin. If you're looking to explore Paris, Amsterdam, London, Brussels or Berlin from Rotterdam, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.

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