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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Hildesheim is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Hildesheim is to train and fly which takes 3h 43m and costs €180 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Hildesheim station. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Hildesheim central bus station via Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Hildesheim?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Gouda, Hengelo and Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Hildesheim?

The distance between Rotterdam and Hildesheim is 439 km. The road distance is 421.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Hildesheim without a car is to train via Enschede which takes 6h 27m and costs €70 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Rotterdam to Hildesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Hildesheim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Hildesheim train from?

Rotterdam to Hildesheim train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Hildesheim?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Hildesheim is to train via Enschede which takes 6h 27m and costs €70 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Hildesheim bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Hildesheim bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Hildesheim train arrive?

Rotterdam to Hildesheim train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amersfoort Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Hildesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Hildesheim is 422 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Rotterdam to Hildesheim.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Hildesheim?

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Where can I stay near Hildesheim?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam to Hildesheim by train, plane, 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, fly to Hannover Airport
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane AMS - HAJ
3. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 43m
€185–372
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijkbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Hildesheim central bus stationbus N67
8h 9m
€33–59
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Gouda to Hengelotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Hannover Hbftrain Ice
6h 27m
€73–180
Drive 421.8 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Hildesheimcar 421.8 km
4h 24m
€75–108
Train, fly to Bremen Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bremen Airport (BRE)plane AMS - BRE
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 40m
€158–407
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Amersfoort Centraaltrain Intercity direct / ...
2. Take the train from Amersfoort Centraal to Hannover Hbftrain GoVolta GoVolta
6h 31m
Train via Herford
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Hengelotrain Ice
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBtrain
4. Take the train from Herford to Hildesheim Hbftrain Rb
7h 15m
€55–118

Rotterdam to Hildesheim by train

84Weekly Trains

6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 439.4 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Hildesheim, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof via Gouda, Hengelo, and Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam to Hildesheim central bus station via Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 8h 9m.

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