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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Merksem is to bus which costs €9 - €17 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Merksem is to train and line 2 tram via Anvers-Central which takes 52 min and costs €30 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Merksem?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Merksem. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Merksem Oudebareel via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Merksem?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Merksem. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Merksem Oudebareel via Antwerpen Diamant Metro Perron B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Merksem?

The distance between Rotterdam and Merksem is 95 km. The road distance is 92.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Merksem without a car is to train and line 2 tram via Anvers-Central which takes 52 min and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Rotterdam to Merksem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Merksem bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Merksem train from?

Rotterdam to Merksem train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Merksem?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Merksem is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs €9 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €30 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Merksem bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Merksem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Merksem train arrive?

Rotterdam to Merksem train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Merksem?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Merksem is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Rotterdam to Merksem.

Where can I stay near Merksem?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Merksem.

Rotterdam to Merksem - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2 tram, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Merksem by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, line 2 tram via Anvers-Central
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Anvers-Centraltrain Thalys
2. Take the tram from Antwerpen Diamant Metro Perron B to Merksem Oudebareeltram 2 / ...
52 min
€33–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 813 / ...
2h 19m
€10–16
Drive 92.9 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Merksemcar 92.9 km
1h 2m
€17–24
Train, line 2 tram
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain Eurostar / ...
2. Take the tram from Antwerpen Diamant Metro Perron B to Merksem Oudebareeltram 2 / ...
52 min
€13–36
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Roosendaaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Roosendaal to Antwerpen-Luchtbaltrain Stoptrein / ...
1h 52m
€15–29

Rotterdam to Merksem by train and tram

92Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Rotterdam to Merksem.

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Distance: 94.7 km
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Merksem, Belgium?

FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats every 3 hours. Tickets cost €6–12 and the journey takes 1h 55m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rotterdam Blaak to Merksem Oudebareel via Roosendaal, Antwerpen-Luchtbal, and Antwerpen Station Luchtbal in around 1h 52m.

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