How to travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp

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Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Antwerp

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 48 miles (78 km)

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€41

Average price

€13

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Cheapest

€19

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1h 24m

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54m

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30m

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2h 11m

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1h 41m

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1h 21m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of €13.

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

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Antwerp costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rotterdam and Antwerp including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rotterdam to Antwerp among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 27m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around €41 compared to roughly €19 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Rotterdam to Antwerp

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM1h25
    Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    11:25 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM1h25
    Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    11:25 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Eurostar9398
    9:58 PM0h32
    Rotterdam Centraal
    10:30 PMAntwerp-Central
    €441One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • EuroCity9272
    10:10 PM1h13
    Rotterdam Centraal
    11:23 PMAntwerp-Berchem
    €101One-way
    0 transfers
  • EuroCity9272+Intercity1826
    10:10 PM7h06
    Rotterdam Centraal
    5:16 AMAntwerp-South
    €101One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel1183+EuroCity9272
    10:15 PM1h08
    Rotterdam Centraal
    11:23 PMAntwerp-Berchem
    €171One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 PM1h30
    Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    2:25 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM1h45
    Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    10:05 AMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM1h55
    Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    11:25 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Rotterdam to Antwerp

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp, 70,93% 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 Antwerp 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 Antwerp

Travel to Antwerp 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 Antwerp.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rotterdam and Antwerp including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of €13.

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

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Antwerp costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 11m.

The distance from Rotterdam to Antwerp is approximately 48 miles (78 km).
The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Antwerp is:
  • Around 41 trains per day.
  • Around 20 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Antwerp 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 Antwerp:
  • Trains mostly depart from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Antwerp-Berchem.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rotterdam to Antwerp, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alibus, Eurostar, NS | BUS, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, SNCB, Intercity, EuroCity, Regional to go to Antwerp by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Lasta, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Antwerp by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rotterdam to Antwerp with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct trains per day with Alibus, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity.
  • 20 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Lasta, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Rotterdam to Antwerp often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, Ghent. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Antwerp and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Antwerp to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Antwerp, visitors can explore the vibrant Grote Markt with its ornate guildhalls and impressive City Hall, enjoy the trendy Zurenborg neighborhood with stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. The Meir offers a lively shopping experience, while the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum provides a relaxing afternoon with contemporary artworks. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis, each offering unique cultural and historical insights.
To explore Antwerp's main attractions, including its historic center, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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