What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

The fastest way to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Rotterdam Centrum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calais and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Rotterdam Centrum?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

The distance between Calais and Rotterdam Centrum is 346 km. The road distance is 278.7 km.

How do I travel from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €65 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Rotterdam Centrum bus from?

Calais to Rotterdam Centrum bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Rotterdam Centrum train from?

Calais to Rotterdam Centrum train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

The best way to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €65 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Calais to Rotterdam Centrum bus arrive?

Calais to Rotterdam Centrum bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Calais to Rotterdam Centrum train arrive?

Calais to Rotterdam Centrum train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Rotterdam Centrum is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

Book your Calais to Rotterdam Centrum train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum?

Book your Calais to Rotterdam Centrum bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam Centrum?

There are 814+ hotels available in Rotterdam Centrum.

Calais to Rotterdam Centrum - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
4h 37m
€67–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Rotterdam Central Station814 / ...
4h 40m
€25–35
Drive 278.7 km
1. Drive from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum278.7 km
3h 10m
€49–71

Calais to Rotterdam Centrum by train and foot

79Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Calais to Rotterdam Centrum.

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Distance: 345.6 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Rotterdam Centrum, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Rotterdam Centraal via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Rotterdam Central Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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