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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Scotland is to bus which costs £70 - £260 and takes 20h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs £65 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Glasgow Central via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Scotland?

The distance between Rotterdam and Scotland is 456 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 8h 46m and costs £230 - £450.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Rotterdam to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Scotland?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Scotland is to train which takes 8h 46m and costs £230 - £450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £260 and takes 20h 6m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Scotland bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Scotland?

Scotland is 1h behind Rotterdam. It is currently 6:47 PM in Rotterdam and 5:47 PM in Scotland.

Where does the Rotterdam to Scotland train arrive?

Rotterdam to Scotland train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Book your Rotterdam to Scotland train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Rotterdam to Scotland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Scotland.

Rotterdam to Scotland - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, and car

How to get fromRotterdam to Scotland

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 12 ways to get from Rotterdam to Scotland by train, plane, train (Eurostar), car ferry, car, bus, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane AMS - EDI
4h 28m
£68–202
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Glasgow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane AMS - GLA
4h 21m
£66–227
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central
8h 46m
£236–448
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Rotterdam to Hullcarferry
2. Drive from Hull to Glasgowcar
17h 50m
£215–357
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to London Victoriabus N814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
20h 6m
£73–253
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane AMS - ABZ
5h 6m
£97–279
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRU - EDI
5h 55m
£88–230
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane AMS - INV
5h 30m
£97–310
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane AMS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 49m
£100–301
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain
9h 5m
£234–456
Train #2
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to London St. Pancras Int.train Eurostar
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
9h 55m
£129–247
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Glasgowcar
11h 31m
£271–350

Rotterdam to Scotland by train and foot

41Weekly Services

8h 46mAverage Duration

£236Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rotterdam to Scotland.

Launch map view

Distance: 453.6 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Scotland?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Glasgow Central via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Buchanan Bus Station via London Victoria in around 20h 6m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.