There are 7 ways to get from Luxembourg to Rotterdam by bus, night bus, train, car or plane
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Recommended option
Bus • 5h 25m
Cheapest option
Bus, night bus • 6h 2m
5 alternative options
Train • 6h 21m
Drive • 3h 26m
Fly Luxembourg to Rotterdam • 6h 20m
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International entry into Netherlands from Luxembourg
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Luxembourg
Conditions of entry into Netherlands from Luxembourg
- There are no current restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Netherlands is currently allowed from Luxembourg.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- There are no current restrictions
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Rotterdam is 1351.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Rotterdam is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Rotterdam is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1351.
No, returning to Luxembourg from Netherlands is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 28 Jul 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Luxembourg to Rotterdam is to bus and night bus which costs €16 - €22 and takes 6h 2m.
The quickest way to get from Luxembourg to Rotterdam is to drive which costs €70 - €110 and takes 3h 26m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.
No, there is no direct train from Luxembourg to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Arlon and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
It is 282 km from Luxembourg to Rotterdam. It is approximately 349.3 km to drive.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Rotterdam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs €19 - €24.
The bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Rotterdam Central Station takes 5h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.
Luxembourg to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon station.
Luxembourg to Rotterdam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Arlon station.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Rotterdam is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs €19 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €360 and takes 6h 21m, you could also fly, which costs €150 - €430 and takes 6h 20m.

- Distance: 281.9 km
- Duration: 5h 25m
What companies run services between Luxembourg and Rotterdam, Netherlands?
FlixBus operates a bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Rotterdam Central Station once daily. Tickets cost €19 - €24 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Luxembourg to Rotterdam via Arlon, Gare, Arlon, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 21m.

- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €170 - €750
Flights from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €700

- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Rotterdam via London City
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 37m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- €200 - €700

- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Rotterdam via Toulon/Hyeres
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €550
Flights from Luxembourg to Rotterdam via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €110 - €650
Flights from Luxembourg to Rotterdam via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €750

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Amsterdam Schiphol via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €600

- Phone
- +32 2 528 28 28
- Website
- belgiantrain.be
Train from Arlon to Bruxelles-Midi
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €18 - €26
- Website
- Belgian Railways
- Book at
- Belgium Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- €18 - €26
- 1st Class
- €28 - €40

- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €50 - €110
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- €50 - €75
- Comfort
- €65 - €85
- Premium
- €75 - €110
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €75
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- €40 - €55
- Comfort
- €50 - €70
- Premium
- €50 - €75

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Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 343 218 6186
- Website
- eurostar.com
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €65 - €330
- Website
- Eurostar
- Business Premier
- €290 - €330
- Standard
- €65 - €80
- Standard Premier
- €110 - €140

Dutch Railways (NS) is the main passenger railway operator in the Netherlands. Founded in 1938, NS connects all major cities in the Netherlands, and offers night trains, international trains, Intercity direct, and trains to and from the airport. NS International is the international subsidiary of NS; their services include high-speed trains such as Thalys, ICE International, Eurostar and TGV, to major European hubs including Paris, London, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt and Lille.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +31 30 751 5155
- Website
- ns.nl
Train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
- Ave. Duration
- 26 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €9 - €21
- Website
- Dutch Railways (NS)
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- €9 - €13
- 1st Class
- €16 - €21

- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Luxembourg to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Rotterdam Central Station
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €24
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Luxembourg, Central station CFL - Gare Routière to Brussels, Gare du Midi
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- RegioJet

As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Night bus from Brussels City Center - Midi Train station to Rotterdam
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 12m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €9 - €12
- Website
- Blablabus
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The quickest flight from Luxembourg Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Luxembourg to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.
Luxembourg to Rotterdam train services, operated by Thalys, arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.
Yes, the driving distance between Luxembourg to Rotterdam is 349 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Luxembourg to Rotterdam.
Lufthansa and KLM offer flights from Luxembourg Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Book your Luxembourg to Rotterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 199+ hotels available in Rotterdam. Prices start at €100 per night.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Luxembourg Airport is to line 6 bus which takes 22 min and costs €2.