What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo is to bus which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo is to train via Eindhoven which takes 1h 57m and costs €16 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Venlo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Venlo Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Venlo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Venlo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

The distance between Rotterdam Centraal Station and Venlo is 153 km. The road distance is 158.4 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo without a car is to train via Eindhoven which takes 1h 57m and costs €16 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo bus from?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo train from?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo is to train via Eindhoven which takes 1h 57m and costs €16 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo bus arrive?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Venlo Station.

Where does the Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo train arrive?

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Eindhoven Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

Book your Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo?

Book your Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Venlo?

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Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Eindhoven
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoven Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Blericktrain Intercity
1h 57m
€17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Venlo Stationbus 023 / ...
2h 40m
€14–24
Drive 158.4 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlocar 158.4 km
1h 59m
€29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Venlotrain Intercity
3h 6m
€27–55
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Blericktrain Intercity
3h 7m
€26–55

Rotterdam Centraal Station to Venlo by train

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Distance: 153.5 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Rotterdam Centraal Station, Netherlands and Venlo, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Blerick via Eindhoven Centraal in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Venlo Station twice daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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