How to travel from Madrid to Rotterdam

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $123 (€99).

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

A bus is $17 (€14) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Rotterdam costing on average $140 (€113).

A bus is $451 (€362) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Rotterdam costing on average $574 (€461).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 59m.

Bus takes on average 23h 17m.

The distance from Madrid to Rotterdam is approximately 884 miles (1424 km).

The average frequency per day from Madrid to Rotterdam is:

• Around 43 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Rotterdam:

• Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).

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

• Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Rotterdam by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus, Alsa to go to Rotterdam by bus.
• Travel with Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, Iberia, Air Europa, KLM, Iberia Express to go to Rotterdam by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Rotterdam:

• 10 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, Iberia, Air Europa, Iberia Express.

Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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.