How to get from Paris to Rotterdam by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Paris to Rotterdam is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 231 miles (373 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus or train | |
Ticket price range | $21 - $97 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $21 (€18) • 6 h 58 min | |
Fastest mode | Train • $97 (€84) • 2 h 37 min | |
Popular travel companies | BlaBlaCar Bus or Thalys |
Take a bus or train to travel 231 miles (373 km) between Paris and Rotterdam. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 2 h 37 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $21 (€18). The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are BlaBlaCar Bus or Thalys among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Paris to Rotterdam.
You can travel by train or bus for as low as $20 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Paris to Rotterdam. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
Alsa is the main travel company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK travel company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on travel journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal travel with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe travel like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.
There are 2 options to travel to Rotterdam from Paris including taking a bus or train.
The cheapest way to get from Paris to Rotterdam is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $21 (€18) compared to other travel options to Rotterdam:
Taking a bus costs $76 (€66) less than taking a train, which costs on average $97 (€84) for the same trip.
The quickest way to travel from Paris to Rotterdam is by train, which takes on average 2 h 37 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Bus takes on average 6 h 58 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:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Rotterdam from Paris as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Rotterdam:
The following travel companies offer services from Paris to Rotterdam:
Yes, there are direct routes from Paris to Rotterdam with the following travel companies:
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 trip.
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