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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €65 - €110 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Rotterdam is to train and fly which takes 3h 15m and costs €120 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Paddington and London St. Pancras Int.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Reading to Rotterdam?

The distance between Reading and Rotterdam is 571 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €70 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Reading to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Rotterdam bus from?

Reading to Rotterdam bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Rotterdam train from?

Reading to Rotterdam train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Reading to Rotterdam is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €70 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 13h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Reading to Rotterdam bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Rotterdam?

Rotterdam is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 11:18 AM in Reading and 12:18 PM in Rotterdam.

Where does the Reading to Rotterdam train arrive?

Reading to Rotterdam train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 825+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

Reading to Rotterdam - 11 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Rotterdam by train (Eurostar), train, car ferry, bus, car, car train, or plane

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 Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Eurostar
5h 21m
€71–315
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N814 / ...
13h 25m
€65–101
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Manningtreetrain
3. Take the car ferry from Harwich International Port to Port of Hoek van Hollandcarferry
12h 13m
€91–402
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Rotterdamcar
5h 43m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Rotterdamcar
6h 57m
€90–144
Train to London City Airport, fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)plane LCY - RTM
3h 15m
€123–364
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane SOU - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 24m
€100–359
Train to London City Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LCY - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 58m
€133–388
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LHR - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 48m
€115–351
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LGW - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 18m
€82–233
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane LTN - AMS
4. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
5h 22m
€84–258

Reading to Rotterdam by train and subway

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 571.2 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Rotterdam Centraal via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St. Pancras Int. in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Rotterdam Central Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 13h 25m.

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