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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia

Composite routes from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia

Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
262 km.
from $14
Fastest
55 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$38.22

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.60–$955.61

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.85–$82.82
Train from Rotterdam Blaak to Venlo
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.85–$82.82
Train from Venlo to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$38.22
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.10–$29.31

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$52.24–$108.30
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$152.90

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.79–$62.43
Train from Venlo to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$39.50

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Rotterdam to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia is to rideshare which costs $15.36 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and North Rhine-Westphalia?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to North Rhine-Westphalia. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and North Rhine-Westphalia?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Köln Hbf. This train operates Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The distance between Rotterdam and North Rhine-Westphalia is 357 km. The road distance is 254.3 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 39m and costs $86.96 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia bus from?

Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia train from?

Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 39m and costs $86.96 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia bus arrive?

Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia train arrive?

Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

Book your Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near North Rhine-Westphalia?

There are 962+ hotels available in North Rhine-Westphalia. Prices start at $42.41 per night.

Can I share a ride from Rotterdam to North Rhine-Westphalia?

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