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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Arcen is to bus which costs €13 - €35 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Arcen is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Arcen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Arcen. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Arcen, Rotonde N271 via Venlo, Station Venlo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Arcen?

The distance between Rotterdam and Arcen is 168 km. The road distance is 157.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Arcen without a car is to train via Eindhoven which takes 3h 6m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Rotterdam to Arcen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Arcen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Arcen?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Arcen is to train via Eindhoven which takes 3h 6m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €35 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Arcen bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Arcen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Venlo Station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Arcen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Arcen is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Rotterdam to Arcen.

Where can I stay near Arcen?

There are 405+ hotels available in Arcen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Arcen 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 via Eindhoven
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Breda
2. Take the train from Breda to Eindhoven
3. Take the train from Eindhoven to Venlo
3h 6m
€34–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Venlo Station023 / ...
3h 27m
€13–30
Drive 157.5 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Arcen157.5 km
1h 54m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to VenloIntercity
4h
€40–131

Rotterdam to Arcen by train and bus

218Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Arcen, Rotonde N271 via Breda, Eindhoven, Venlo, and Venlo, Station Venlo in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Venlo Station twice daily. Tickets cost €11–26 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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