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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Appingedam is to bus via Amsterdam which costs €24 - €45 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Appingedam is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Appingedam?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Appingedam. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Appingedam, 't Bolwerk via Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Appingedam?

The distance between Rotterdam and Appingedam is 273 km. The road distance is 268.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Appingedam without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €30 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Rotterdam to Appingedam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Appingedam bus from?

Rotterdam to Appingedam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Appingedam?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Appingedam is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Appingedam bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Appingedam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Appingedam?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Appingedam is 268 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Rotterdam to Appingedam.

Where can I stay near Appingedam?

There are 700+ hotels available in Appingedam.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Appingedam by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gouda to Groningentrain Intercity
4h 6m
€33–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central stationbus N1386 / ...
4h 38m
€24–39
Drive 268.3 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Appingedamcar 268.3 km
3h 6m
€47–68
Bus via Amsterdam
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijkbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central stationbus N44 / ...
5h 12m
€24–41

Rotterdam to Appingedam by train and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.9 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Appingedam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Groningen hourly. Tickets cost €24–60 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central station twice daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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