How to travel from Liverpool to Rotterdam

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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $449.

Distance: 328 miles (529 km)

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$119

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$449

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$122

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17h 6m

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16h 36m

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The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $119.

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

A bus is $330 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Rotterdam costing on average $449.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 8h 46m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 36m.

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

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from Liverpool to Rotterdam

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM21h05
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    1:30 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM21h05
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    1:30 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:20 PM18h00
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    7:20 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    $1581One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM23h25
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    3:50 PMRotterdam, Zuidplein
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 PM18h10
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    7:20 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    $1581One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 PM20h55
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    9:40 PMRotterdam, Zuidplein
    $1651One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Rotterdam.

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There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Rotterdam including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $119.

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

A bus is $330 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Rotterdam costing on average $449.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 8h 46m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 36m.

The distance from Liverpool to Rotterdam is approximately 328 miles (529 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Rotterdam:
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Rotterdam by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Rotterdam by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool 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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