How to travel from Paris to Rotterdam

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Compare train and bus for Paris to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €229.

Distance: 231 miles (373 km)

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€40

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€134

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€415

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7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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3h 31m

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5h 5m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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from Paris to Rotterdam

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

Our recommendation

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

BlaBlaCar Bus1657
08:05AM6h52
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
02:57PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$251One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

BlaBlaCar Bus1657
08:05AM6h52
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
02:57PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$251One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Air France HopAF1506
12:30PM1h15
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
01:45PMDusseldorf Airport
$6641One-way
0 transfers

Other options

TGV7031+SNCF TER19739+EuroCity9247
11:45AM5h05
Paris Gare du Nord
04:50PMRotterdam Centraal
$1021One-way
2 transfers
TGV7015+SNCF TER19709+EuroCity9235
08:45AM5h05
Paris Gare du Nord
01:50PMRotterdam Centraal
$1081One-way
2 transfers
TGV7031+SNCF TER19739+EuroCity9247+NS International | IC Brussel1154
11:45AM4h59
Paris Gare du Nord
04:44PMRotterdam Centraal
$1041One-way
3 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:00AM7h15
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
02:15PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$311One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus1663
12:25PM6h30
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
06:55PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$301One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:05AM8h00
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
06:05PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
$361One-way
0 transfers
LufthansaLH1027 · LH992+NS International | IC Brussel3548
08:45AM7h21
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
04:06PMRotterdam Centraal
$3211One-way
2 transfers
LufthansaLH1027 · LH992+NS International | IC Brussel3550
08:45AM7h51
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
04:36PMRotterdam Centraal
$3211One-way
2 transfers
LufthansaLH1027 · LH992+NS International | IC Brussel1848
08:45AM7h04
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
03:49PMRotterdam Centraal
$3251One-way
2 transfers

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How to get from Paris to Rotterdam

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Paris to Rotterdam, 52,50% 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 Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris to Rotterdam.

FAQs

There are 3 options to travel from Paris to Rotterdam including taking a train, bus or flight.

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Rotterdam is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $19 (€17) compared to other travel options to Rotterdam:

A bus is $180 (€163) less than a flight for this trip with tickets for a flight from Paris to Rotterdam costing on average $200 (€180).

Taking a bus costs $47 (€43) less than taking a train, which costs on average $66 (€60) for the same trip.

The quickest way to travel to Rotterdam from Paris is by train, which takes on average 2 h 34 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

Bus takes on average 6 h 25 min.

Flight takes on average 5 h 50 min.

You should expect to travel around 231 miles (373 km) between Paris and Rotterdam.

The average frequency per day from Paris to Rotterdam is:

  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • 3 flights a day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Paris to Rotterdam:

  • Most travelers who purchase a bus ticket from Paris to Rotterdam depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
  • Most travelers board their train from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.

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

  • You can travel to Rotterdam from Paris by bus with BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $19 (€17) with BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to Rotterdam.
  • You can travel by plane to Rotterdam from Paris with Luxair, and you can find Luxair Paris to Rotterdam tickets for $200 (€180) on Omio.
  • You can take a train from Paris to Rotterdam with Eurostar. Cheap tickets can be found for $66 (€60) with Eurostar from Paris to Rotterdam.

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

  • You can check for a direct bus to Rotterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus with 8 direct buses per day.
  • You can check for a direct flight to Rotterdam with with 1 direct flight per day.
  • You'll find 5 direct trains a day 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.

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