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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Smilde is to bus which costs €18 - €50 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Smilde is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Smilde?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Smilde. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Smilde, Polakkenbrug via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Drachten, Transferium Oost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Smilde?

The distance between Rotterdam and Smilde is 234 km. The road distance is 203.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Smilde without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Rotterdam to Smilde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Smilde bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Smilde?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Smilde is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €50 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Smilde bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Smilde?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Smilde is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Rotterdam to Smilde.

Where can I stay near Smilde?

There are 779+ hotels available in Smilde.

Rotterdam to Smilde - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 20 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Smilde 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 AssenIntercity
3h 25m
€39–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam SloterdijkN814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to DrachtenN44 / ...
4h 56m
€18–49
Drive 203.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Smilde203.6 km
2h 29m
€37–53
Train, bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lelystad Centrum
2. Take the bus from Lelystad, Station Centrum to Steenwijk, Station214
3. Take the bus from Steenwijk, Station to Smilde, Polakkenbrug20
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Rotterdam to Smilde by train and bus

130Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.3 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Assen hourly. Tickets cost €30–110 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Smilde, Polakkenbrug via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Drachten, and Drachten, Transferium Oost in around 4h 56m.

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