How to travel from Zaventem to Rotterdam

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Compare bus and train for Zaventem to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. 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 $15, while a train costs an average of $29.

Distance: 72 miles (116 km)

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Driving

$29

Average price

$15

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Cheapest

$32

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 40m

Average total duration

2h 10m

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30m

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1h 46m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Rotterdam costing on average $29.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zaventem and Rotterdam including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zaventem to Rotterdam among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (1h 37m by train vs 1h 46m by car) and roughly $4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 vs $32). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Zaventem to Rotterdam

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Regional3786+EuroCity9251
    3:36 PM2h14
    Zaventem station
    5:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    $161One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Regional3786+EuroCity9251
    3:36 PM2h14
    Zaventem station
    5:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    $161One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Intercity2630+Eurostar9415
    9:38 AM1h24
    Brussels National Airport
    11:02 AMRotterdam Centraal
    $691One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Regional3785+EuroCity9247
    2:36 PM2h14
    Zaventem station
    4:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Regional3784+EuroCity9243
    1:36 PM2h14
    Zaventem station
    3:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Regional3783+EuroCity9239
    12:36 PM2h14
    Zaventem station
    2:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:15 AM1h45
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    6:00 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 AM1h50
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    1:05 PMRotterdam, Zuidplein
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 AM2h15
    Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)
    1:30 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zaventem 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 Zaventem to Rotterdam.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zaventem and Rotterdam including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $17.

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

A bus is $49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Rotterdam costing on average $66.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Rotterdam is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 31m.

The distance from Zaventem to Rotterdam is approximately 72 miles (116 km).
The average frequency per day from Zaventem to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 31 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zaventem to Rotterdam:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels National Airport and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zaventem to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity, Regional to go to Rotterdam by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zaventem to Rotterdam with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with EuroCity.
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Zaventem to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Berlin. 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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