How to travel from Villach to Rotterdam

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Villach to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Villach to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $134 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, while a flight costs an average of $514.

Distance: 559 miles (900 km)

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$514

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$164

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0.9 - 2.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Villach to Rotterdam

Compare the available ways to get from Villach to Rotterdam, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Villach to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $134.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Rotterdam costing on average $164.

A bus is $381 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Rotterdam costing on average $514.

The fastest way to travel from Villach to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 3m.

Bus takes on average 19h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Villach and Rotterdam including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Villach to Rotterdam among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 45m sooner (3h 20m by flight vs 11h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $514 compared to roughly $79 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Villach to Rotterdam

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBB
    4 transfers

Other options

  • Railjet
    4 transfers
  • Railjet
    4 transfers
  • ÖBB Intercity
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Villach 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 Villach to Rotterdam.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Villach and Rotterdam including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Villach to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $134.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Rotterdam costing on average $164.

A bus is $381 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Rotterdam costing on average $514.

The fastest way to travel from Villach to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 3m.

Bus takes on average 19h 21m.

The distance from Villach to Rotterdam is approximately 559 miles (900 km).
The average frequency per day from Villach to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Villach to Rotterdam:
  • Trains mostly depart from Villach Hbf and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Villach to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rotterdam by train.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti, Vueling to go to Rotterdam by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Villach to Rotterdam:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Air Baltic.
Omio customers who travel from Villach to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rotterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.

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