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When the train makes sense for getting to Rotterdam
For longer trips, flying can be quicker, but on the Eurostar from London and intercity trains from Amsterdam the train to Rotterdam is the most time efficient option, arriving in the city's centre with no need for an airport transfer. It's greener, often cheaper once bag fees are counted, and usually more comfortable than a short-haul flight.
Train travel questions
How far is Rotterdam from Amsterdam by train, and how much is a ticket?
Rotterdam is about 40 minutes from Amsterdam on an NS (Dutch railways) intercity train, or roughly 25 minutes on the high-speed service, with several departures per hour. The high-speed service is quicker but the intercity option is often cheaper, so it's worth comparing both before you travel.
Does the Eurostar stop at Rotterdam?
The Eurostar calls at Rotterdam Centraal on its London to Amsterdam route, so you can join or leave the international service there. London is a little over 3 hours away by direct train.
How do you buy train tickets in Rotterdam?
Rotterdam train tickets are best booked online, with NS machines and station counters as a backup for last minute travels, the Eurostar and other international services are best booked ahead. Comparing departure times across operators ahead of time helps you pick the quickest and cheapest option.
Which cities can you reach by train from Rotterdam?
Rotterdam has fast, frequent trains to Amsterdam, The Hague, Schiphol Airport, as well as Antwerp and Brussels across the border. It's one of the best-connected stations in the Netherlands.
Is the train from Rotterdam cheaper than flying?
For nearby trips the train from Rotterdam easily beats flying once airport transfers and bag fees are counted, and short trips like Amsterdam or Brussels have no real air alternative. With central stations at both ends, it's the most time efficient option.
Is the train from Rotterdam greener than flying?
The train from Rotterdam produces far less carbon than a short-haul flight, and on routes this short it's the obvious low-impact choice.
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