How to travel from Calais to Rotterdam

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Compare train and bus for Calais to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł101. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł101, and a train costs an average of zł233.

Distance: 131 miles (211 km)

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zł367

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zł104

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zł270

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4h 18m

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3h 48m

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8h 40m

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3h 27m

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The cheapest way to travel from Calais to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of zł104.

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

A bus is zł263 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Calais to Rotterdam costing on average zł367.

The fastest way to travel from Calais to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 3h 48m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Calais and Rotterdam including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Calais to Rotterdam among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Calais 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 Calais to Rotterdam.

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There are 2 options to travel between Calais and Rotterdam including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Calais to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of zł104.

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

A bus is zł263 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Calais to Rotterdam costing on average zł367.

The fastest way to travel from Calais to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 3h 48m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 10m.

The distance from Calais to Rotterdam is approximately 131 miles (211 km).
The average frequency per day from Calais to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Calais to Rotterdam:
  • Trains mostly depart from Calais Ville and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Calais, Port - P&O Ferry and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Harwich International Port and arrive in Port of Hoek van Holland.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Calais to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.
  • Travel with TER | SNCF, Eurocity Direct, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Rotterdam by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Calais to Rotterdam:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Calais 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.

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