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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Roden is to bus which costs €16 - €45 and takes 5h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Roden?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Roden. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Roden, Centrum via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Roden?

The distance between Rotterdam and Roden is 262 km. The road distance is 234.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Roden without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €40 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Rotterdam to Roden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Roden bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Roden?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Roden is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €40 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Roden bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Roden?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Roden is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Rotterdam to Roden.

Where can I stay near Roden?

There are 543+ hotels available in Roden.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Roden 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 41m
€44–137
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 33m
€16–44
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 / ...
4h 58m
€37–85
Drive 234.1 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Rodencar 234.1 km
2h 40m
€42–60

Rotterdam to Roden by train and bus

136Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.2 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Roden, Drenthe, 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 Roden, Centrum via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 5h 33m.

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