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 €20 - €35 and takes 4h 29m.

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 - €65.

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 Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Eelde?

The distance between Rotterdam and Eelde is 280 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 via Amsterdam which takes 3h 58m and costs €45 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 via Amsterdam which takes 3h 58m and costs €45 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Eelde bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Eelde bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central 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 556+ hotels available in Eelde.

Rotterdam to Eelde - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 via Amsterdam
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Zuidtrain Intercity direct / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Groningentrain Intercity
3h 58m
€45–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central stationbus N1386 / ...
4h 29m
€21–33
Drive 233.7 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Eeldecar 233.7 km
2h 50m
€43–61
Train
1. Take the train from Gouda to Groningentrain Intercity
3h 59m
€45–136
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 17m
€40–85

Rotterdam to Eelde by train and bus

127Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.3 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eelde, Kerkhoflaan via Amsterdam Zuid, Groningen, and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–29 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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