How to travel from Rotterdam to Venice

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rotterdam to Venice

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $61, while a bus costs an average of $113.

Distance: 572 miles (922 km)

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$281

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23h 14m

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The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venice is a flight with an average price of $61 (€49).

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

A flight is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Venice costing on average $112 (€91).

A flight is $53 (€43) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rotterdam to Venice costing on average $113 (€92).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 23m.

Bus takes on average 23h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rotterdam and Venice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rotterdam to Venice among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 11h 54m sooner (1h 36m by flight vs 13h 30m by car) and save roughly $221 (€180) compared to fuel and tolls ($61 (€49) vs $281 (€229)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Rotterdam to Venice

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

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

  • FlixBus
    9:00 AM22h00
    Rotterdam
    7:00 AMVenice
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:00 AM22h00
    Rotterdam
    7:00 AMVenice
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:00 AM22h00
    Rotterdam
    7:00 AMVenice
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM24h35
    Rotterdam
    2:50 PMVenice
    $821One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    8:30 AM30h10
    Rotterdam
    2:40 PMVenice
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:15 PM24h50
    Rotterdam
    4:05 PMVenice
    $901One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rotterdam to Venice

Travel to Venice 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 Venice.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rotterdam and Venice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venice is a flight with an average price of $61 (€49).

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

A flight is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Venice costing on average $112 (€91).

A flight is $53 (€43) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rotterdam to Venice costing on average $113 (€92).

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 23m.

Bus takes on average 23h 14m.

The distance from Rotterdam to Venice is approximately 572 miles (922 km).
The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Venice is:
  • Around 52 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Venice 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 Rotterdam to Venice:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Venice Santa Lucia.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rotterdam, Zuidplein and arrive in Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rotterdam to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Venice by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Venice by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Malta Air, Brussels Airlines to go to Venice by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rotterdam to Venice:
  • 5 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Rotterdam to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Venice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.

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