What is the cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum is to rideshare which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum is to train and fly which takes 4h 8m and costs €140 - €470.

Is there a direct bus between Hamburg and Rotterdam Centrum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Rotterdam Centrum?

No, there is no direct train from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum. However, there are services departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Osnabrück Hbf, Hengelo and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

The distance between Hamburg and Rotterdam Centrum is 517 km. The road distance is 468 km.

How do I travel from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum without a car?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum without a car is to train via Osnabrück which takes 6h 3m and costs €80 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum bus from?

Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum is to train via Osnabrück which takes 6h 3m and costs €80 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 8h.

Where does the Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum train arrive?

Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum is 468 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum.

How do I get a train ticket from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

Book your Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam Centrum?

There are 845+ hotels available in Rotterdam Centrum.

Can I share a ride from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Hamburg and Rotterdam Centrum. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 11 ways to get from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train via Osnabrück
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Hengelotrain
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Goudatrain
6h 3m
€80–303
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hamburg to Rotterdamrideshare 468.7 km
5h 9m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N1386 / ...
8h
€45–80
Fly Hamburg Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 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 22m
€129–301
Train
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Amersfoort Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Amersfoort Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
6h 53m
Bus via Utrecht
1. Take the bus from Hamburg to Utrecht Centraal stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde to Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoombus 388
8h 16m
Drive 468 km
1. Drive from Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrumcar 468 km
5h 15m
€84–121
Train to Bremen Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRE - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 8m
€147–466
Fly Hamburg Airport to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane HAM - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 41m
€108–323
Train to Hannover Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane HAJ - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 57m
€219–551
Fly Hamburg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Utrecht Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Alexandertrain
6h 36m
€112–286

Hamburg to Rotterdam Centrum by train

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Distance: 516.9 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Hamburg, Germany and Rotterdam Centrum, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Hamburg Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal via Osnabrück Hbf, Hengelo, and Gouda in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Rotterdam Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost €45–80 and the journey takes 8h.

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