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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Arcachon is to bus which costs €85 - €170 and takes 18h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Arcachon is to train and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs €110 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Arcachon?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Arcachon via Brussels - Midi Train Station and Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Arcachon?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Arcachon via Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Arcachon?

The distance between Rotterdam and Arcachon is 1045 km. The road distance is 1054.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Arcachon without a car is to train via Paris which takes 7h 6m and costs €260 - €440.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Rotterdam to Arcachon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Arcachon bus from?

Rotterdam to Arcachon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Arcachon train from?

Rotterdam to Arcachon train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Arcachon?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Arcachon is to train via Paris which takes 7h 6m and costs €260 - €440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €85 - €170 and takes 18h 33m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Arcachon bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Arcachon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Brussels - Midi Train Station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Arcachon train arrive?

Rotterdam to Arcachon train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Arcachon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Arcachon is 1055 km. It takes approximately 10h 45m to drive from Rotterdam to Arcachon.

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

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Where can I stay near Arcachon?

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Rotterdam to Arcachon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam to Arcachon by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, car, 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Arcachontrain Tgv
7h 6m
€268–438
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Noordtrain
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Bordeauxbus
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain Ter
16h 15m
€87–169
Drive 1,054.7 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Arcachoncar 1,054.7 km
10h 45m
€188–271
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane AMS - BOD
3. Take the train from Pessac Alouette to Arcachontrain
5h 58m
€110–292
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Tourcoingtrain Ic
3. Take the train from Tourcoing to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
4. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain Ter
10h 38m
€173–395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachonbus
18h 33m
€89–168
Fly Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport, train
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport (EGC)plane RTM - EGC
2. Take the train from Bergerac to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain
6h 12m
€290–575

Rotterdam to Arcachon by train, subway, and foot

9Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

€268Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,045 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Arcachon, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Arcachon via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam to Arcachon via Brussels - Midi Train Station, Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 18h 33m.

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