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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Kerkrade is to train and line 1 bus which costs €24 - €50 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Kerkrade is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Herzogenrath, Straß via Aachen, Bendplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Kerkrade Centrum via Breda, Eindhoven Centraal and Heerlen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Kerkrade?

The distance between Rotterdam and Kerkrade is 211 km. The road distance is 193.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Kerkrade without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs €24 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Rotterdam to Kerkrade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Kerkrade bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Kerkrade train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Kerkrade?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Kerkrade is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €55 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Kerkrade bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Kerkrade bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aachen station west.

Where does the Rotterdam to Kerkrade train arrive?

Rotterdam to Kerkrade train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Breda station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Kerkrade?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Kerkrade is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Rotterdam to Kerkrade.

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

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Where can I stay near Kerkrade?

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Rotterdam to Kerkrade - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Kerkrade by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 1 bus
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1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoven Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Heerlentrain
3. Take the bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkradebus 1 / ...
3h 18m
€24–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Aachen station westbus N1310 / ...
4h 58m
€27–39
Drive 193.5 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Kerkradecar 193.5 km
2h 25m
€36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bredatrain
2. Take the train from Breda to Eindhoven Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Heerlentrain
3h 23m
€25–54

Rotterdam to Kerkrade by train and bus

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Distance: 211.4 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Aachen station west once daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Kerkrade Centrum via Breda, Eindhoven Centraal, and Heerlen in around 3h 23m.

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