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 €22 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

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 Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Roden?

The distance between Rotterdam and Roden is 262 km. The road distance is 234.2 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 12m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 12m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Roden bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Roden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central 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 567+ hotels available in Roden.

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

There are 5 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 Rotterdam Centraal to Groningentrain Intercity
3h 12m
€31–67
Bus via Amsterdam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijkbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central stationbus N44 / ...
4h 54m
€22–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central stationbus N1386 / ...
4h 20m
€23–37
Drive 234.2 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Rodencar 234.2 km
2h 40m
€42–60
Train via Gouda
1. Take the train from Gouda to Groningentrain Intercity
3h 46m
€31–67

Rotterdam to Roden by train and bus

49Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.2 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Roden, Drenthe, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Groningen every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–65 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central station twice daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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