How to travel from Birmingham to Rotterdam

There are 3 options to travel between Birmingham and Rotterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Rotterdam is a train with an average price of €38.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Rotterdam:

A train is €84 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham to Rotterdam costing on average €122.

A train is €502 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Rotterdam costing on average €540.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 53m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 59m.

Bus takes on average 13h 56m.

The distance from Birmingham to Rotterdam is approximately 272 miles (439 km).

The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Rotterdam is:

• Around 54 flights per day.
• Around 24 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

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

• Buses mostly depart from Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
• Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
• Flights mostly depart from Birmingham International Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Eurostar, Avanti West Coast to go to Rotterdam by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Rotterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.