What is the cheapest way to get from Germany to Rotterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 13h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Germany to Rotterdam?

The fastest way to get from Germany to Rotterdam is to fly and train which takes 3h and costs €140 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Memhardstr. and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Berlin Südkreuz train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Berlin Hbf, Hengelo and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Germany to Rotterdam?

The distance between Germany and Rotterdam is 239 km. The road distance is 690 km.

How do I travel from Germany to Rotterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Germany to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Enschede which takes 7h 42m and costs €110 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Germany to Rotterdam?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Germany to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Rotterdam bus from?

Germany to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Südkreuz train station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Rotterdam train from?

Germany to Rotterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Germany to Rotterdam is to train via Enschede which takes 7h 42m and costs €110 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 13h 34m.

Where does the Germany to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Germany to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Germany to Rotterdam train arrive?

Germany to Rotterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hengelo station.

Can I drive from Germany to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Rotterdam is 690 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Germany to Rotterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Germany to Rotterdam?

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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There are 7 ways to get from Germany to Rotterdam by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3h
€142–344
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Hengelotrain 77
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
8h 50m
€53–223
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hengelotrain 77
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Goudatrain Intercity
7h 42m
€112–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N1325 / ...
13h 34m
€63–103
Drive 690 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Rotterdamcar 690 km
6h 25m
€127–183
Fly from Hamburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane HAM - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 17m
€122–343
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Utrecht Centraaltrain Ice
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
8h 36m
€84–177

Germany to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 239.4 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Germany and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Rotterdam Centraal via Berlin Hbf, Hengelo, and Gouda in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Rotterdam Central Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €60–100 and the journey takes 12h.

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