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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Kalkar is to train and bus which costs €19 - €45 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Kalkar is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Kalkar Markt via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Nijmegen Centraal Station and Kleve Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Empel-Rees via Utrecht Centraal and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Kalkar?

The distance between Rotterdam and Kalkar is 171 km. The road distance is 144.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Kalkar without a car is to train via Utrecht which takes 2h 57m and costs €27 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Rotterdam to Kalkar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Kalkar bus from?

Rotterdam to Kalkar bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Kalkar train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Kalkar?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Kalkar is to train via Utrecht which takes 2h 57m and costs €27 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €40 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Kalkar bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Kalkar bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Kalkar train arrive?

Rotterdam to Kalkar train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Kalkar?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Kalkar is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Rotterdam to Kalkar.

Where can I stay near Kalkar?

There are 627+ hotels available in Kalkar.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Kalkar by train, bus, or car

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Train via Utrecht
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Arnhem Centraaltrain Ice
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Empel-Reestrain Re
2h 57m
€28–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijkbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Nijmegen Centraal Stationbus N94 / ...
5h 22m
€19–36
Drive 144.8 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Kalkarcar 144.8 km
1h 51m
€27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dordrecht to Nijmegentrain Sprinter
2. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Kleve Bahnhofbus Sb58
3h 59m
€19–42
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Emmerichtrain European Sleeper
4h 17m
€23–47

Rotterdam to Kalkar by train and bus

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Distance: 170.9 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Kalkar, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Kalkar Markt via Utrecht Centraal, Arnhem Centraal, Empel-Rees, and Rees Empel Bf in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam to Kalkar Markt via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Nijmegen Centraal Station, and Kleve Bahnhof in around 5h 22m.

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