How to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam

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Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 35 miles (57 km)

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€5

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€20

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1h 30m

Average total duration

1h 0m

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30m

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1h 28m

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58m

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0.1 - 0.1kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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from Rotterdam to Amsterdam

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

BlaBlaCar Bus50805
09:05AM1h00
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
10:05AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
$71One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

BlaBlaCar Bus1609
06:15AM1h41
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
07:56AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
$51One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

FlixBusFlixBus
12:25PM0h45
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
01:10PMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
$81One-way
0 transfers

Other options

NS International | IC Brussel2326
10:11AM1h14
Rotterdam Centraal
11:25AMAmsterdam Centraal
$281One-way
0 transfers
NS International | IC Brussel2228
10:41AM1h14
Rotterdam Centraal
11:55AMAmsterdam Centraal
$281One-way
0 transfers
Intercity4032
10:24AM1h17
Rotterdam Centraal
11:41AMAmsterdam Centraal
$281One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:10AM1h05
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
11:15AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
$131One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
11:10AM1h10
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
12:20PMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1
$101One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
12:25PM1h05
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
01:30PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
$81One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam

There are several transportation options available from Rotterdam to Amsterdam including buses and trains. Buses are generally the most affordable option for commuters who wish to journey between the two cities. Since the cities are located fairly close to each other, flights are not available. Journeys between the cities are short and fast, whether you opt to travel by bus or train. You can also opt for a fast and affordable rideshare option or hire a rental car to travel between the two cities.

Trains from Rotterdam to Amsterdam | Buses from Rotterdam to Amsterdam | Return trips from Amsterdam to Rotterdam

Rotterdam to Amsterdam Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€7

1:25 h

1 Day Ahead

trains

€15

0:37 h

1 Day Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam?

Cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam. Most buses traveling from Rotterdam to Amsterdam depart from Rotterdam Conradstraat bus station and take at least 1:25 h to arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk bus station. Usually 2-3 buses travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam everyday with buses beginning to depart Amsterdam at 9:45 a.m. Flixbus is the main bus company that travels from Rotterdam to Amsterdam. Ride sharing services like Bla Bla Car also frequently make the trip.


Fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam


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Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam. Trains depart from Rotterdam's Centraal train station and arrive at Amsterdam Centraal train station after as little as 37 minutes of travel time. All trains traveling from Rotterdam to Amsterdam are operated by NS with hundreds of trains making the trip every day.


Most popular way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam


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Taking a train is the most popular way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam. Taking the train can be nearly an hour faster than taking the train and only costs €8 more on average. Ridesharing services like Bla Bla Car are also popular options for traveling from Rotterdam to Amsterdam considering how close these cities are to each other.


How to get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam, 62,20% 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 Rotterdam to Amsterdam 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 Rotterdam to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam 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 Rotterdam to Amsterdam.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rotterdam and Amsterdam including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).

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

A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Amsterdam costing on average $24 (€19).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 45m.

The distance from Rotterdam to Amsterdam is approximately 35 miles (57 km).
The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 244 trains per day.
  • Around 33 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Amsterdam 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 Rotterdam to Amsterdam:
  • Trains mostly depart from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rotterdam Alexander and arrive in Amsterdam, Amstel.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rotterdam to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, RET to go to Amsterdam by bus.
  • Travel with PKP Intercity, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB to go to Amsterdam by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rotterdam to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
  • 33 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar.
  • 79 direct trains per day with PKP Intercity, Intercity.
Omio customers who travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, Copenhagen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
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