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

The cheapest way to get from Elten to Rotterdam is to train via Utrecht which costs €19 - €45 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elten to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Elten and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Elten to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from [Arnhem Centraal] Sonsbeekszijde and arriving at Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoom via Driebergen, Station Driebergen-Zeist and Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Elten and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Elten to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Emmerich-Elten and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Arnhem Centraal, Utrecht Centraal and Rotterdam Alexander. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Elten to Rotterdam?

The distance between Elten and Rotterdam is 134 km. The road distance is 136.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Elten to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Utrecht which takes 1h 59m and costs €19 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Elten to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elten to Rotterdam bus from?

Elten to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from [Arnhem Centraal] Sonsbeekszijde station.

Where do I catch the Elten to Rotterdam train from?

Elten to Rotterdam train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Emmerich-Elten station.

Train or bus from Elten to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Elten to Rotterdam is to train via Utrecht which takes 1h 59m and costs €19 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Elten to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Elten to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at [Driebergen-Zeist] OV busstation.

Where does the Elten to Rotterdam train arrive?

Elten to Rotterdam train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Elten to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Elten to Rotterdam is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Elten to Rotterdam.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 831+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Elten to Rotterdam by train, bus, or car

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Train via Utrecht
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1. Take the train from Emmerich-Elten to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain Ice
3. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Alexandertrain
1h 59m
€19–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from [Arnhem Centraal] Sonsbeekszijde to [Driebergen-Zeist] OV busstationbus Snelbus ipv trein
2. Take the bus from Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde to Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoombus 388
3h 43m
Drive 136.4 km
1. Drive from Elten to Rotterdamcar 136.4 km
1h 37m
€26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
3h 21m
€25–47

Elten to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 134.2 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Emmerich-Elten to Rotterdam Centraal via Arnhem Centraal, Utrecht Centraal, and Rotterdam Alexander in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Emmerich-Elten to Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoom via Arnhem Centraal, [Arnhem Centraal] Sonsbeekszijde, [Driebergen-Zeist] OV busstation, Driebergen, Station Driebergen-Zeist, and Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde in around 3h 43m.

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