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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €22 - €45 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Rotterdam is to train and fly which takes 3h 15m and costs €110 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Ghent Dampoort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via London St. Pancras Int.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Dover to Rotterdam?

The distance between Dover and Rotterdam is 388 km.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Rotterdam without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs €30 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Dover to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Rotterdam bus from?

Dover to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Rotterdam train from?

Dover to Rotterdam train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Dover to Rotterdam is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs €85 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Dover to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Dover to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Gent-Dampoort station.

What is the time difference between Dover and Rotterdam?

Rotterdam is 1h ahead of Dover. It is currently 6:59 AM in Dover and 7:59 AM in Rotterdam.

Where does the Dover to Rotterdam train arrive?

Dover to Rotterdam train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

How do I get a train ticket from Dover to Rotterdam?

Book your Dover to Rotterdam train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 822+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

Dover to Rotterdam - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Dover to Rotterdam by bus, train, train (Eurostar), car ferry, car, plane, or car train

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-Dampoortbus
2. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
5h 15m
€35–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-Dampoortbus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N1325 / ...
6h 53m
€23–42
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Eurostar
5h 22m
€87–376
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Drive from Calais to Rotterdamcar
4h 47m
€86–117
Train to London City Airport, fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)plane LCY - RTM
3h 15m
€117–385
Bus, train via Antwerp
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-Dampoortbus
2. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
5h 23m
€37–108
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Rotterdamcar
4h 8m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LCY - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 56m
€122–425
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LHR - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 51m
€115–393

Dover to Rotterdam by train

47Weekly Trains

5h 22mAverage Duration

€87Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dover to Rotterdam.

Launch map view

Distance: 388 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Rotterdam Centraal via London St Pancras International and London St. Pancras Int. in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover to Rotterdam Central Station via Gent-Dampoort and Ghent Dampoort in around 6h 53m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Netherlands

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.