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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €50 - €95 and takes 12h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Rotterdam is to fly and train which takes 4h 11m and costs €210 - €500.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hbf and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Berlin Südkreuz and Amersfoort Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Dresden to Rotterdam?

The distance between Dresden and Rotterdam is 698 km. The road distance is 751 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €90 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Dresden to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Rotterdam bus from?

Dresden to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Rotterdam train from?

Dresden to Rotterdam train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Dresden Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Dresden to Rotterdam is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €90 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 12h 45m.

Where does the Dresden to Rotterdam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dresden to Rotterdam train arrive?

Dresden to Rotterdam train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Berlin Suedkreuz station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Rotterdam is 751 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Dresden to Rotterdam.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dresden to Rotterdam?

Book your Dresden to Rotterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Dresden to Rotterdam - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dresden to Rotterdam by plane, train, 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.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DRS - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 11m
€218–493
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus 023
12h 45m
€50–95
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Suedkreuztrain Rj
2. Take the train from Berlin Südkreuz to Amersfoort Centraaltrain Ice
3. Take the train from Amersfoort Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
9h 12m
€91–258
Drive 751 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Rotterdamcar 751 km
7h
€132–191

Dresden to Rotterdam by train

76Weekly Trains

9h 12mAverage Duration

€91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 697.9 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal via Berlin Suedkreuz, Berlin Südkreuz, and Amersfoort Centraal in around 9h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Rotterdam Central Station once daily. Tickets cost €50–95 and the journey takes 12h 45m.

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