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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Eelde is to bus which costs €17 - €45 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Eelde is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Eelde?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Eelde. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Eelde, Kerkhoflaan via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Eelde?

The distance between Rotterdam and Eelde is 259 km. The road distance is 233.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Eelde without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Rotterdam to Eelde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Eelde bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Eelde?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Eelde is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €45 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Eelde bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Eelde bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Eelde?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Eelde is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Rotterdam to Eelde.

Where can I stay near Eelde?

There are 549+ hotels available in Eelde.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Eelde 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
3h 50m
€45–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central stationbus 075 / ...
5h 42m
€17–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lelystad Centrumtrain Intercity direct / ...
2. Take the bus from Emmeloord, Busstation to Groningen, Hoofdstation, uitstaphaltebus 315 / ...
5h 6m
€38–84
Drive 233.7 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Eeldecar 233.7 km
2h 50m
€42–60

Rotterdam to Eelde by train and bus

136Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.7 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Groningen hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Eelde, Kerkhoflaan via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Groningen central station, and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 5h 42m.

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