What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €50 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Gare de Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Gare de Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Paris Gare de Lyon via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

The distance between Rotterdam and Gare de Lyon is 450 km. The road distance is 428 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €50 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon bus from?

Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon train from?

Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €50 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon train arrive?

Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon is 428 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Gare de Lyon?

There are 22452+ hotels available in Gare de Lyon.

Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain Eurostar
2h 53m
€51–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 14m
€40–70
Drive 428 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Gare de Lyoncar 428 km
4h 40m
€77–111
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane AMS - CDG
4h 22m
€139–350
Train #2 (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2h 53m
€132–217
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane BRU - CDG
5h 25m
€149–354
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain
4h 28m
€174–481

Rotterdam to Gare de Lyon by train

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Distance: 450.1 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Gare de Lyon, France?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nord every 2 hours. Tickets cost €50–110 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Rotterdam to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 8h.

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