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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Soest is to bus which costs €23 - €75 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Soest is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Soest?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Soest. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Soest via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Soest?

The distance between Rotterdam and Soest is 315 km. The road distance is 295.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Soest without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 49m and costs €27 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Rotterdam to Soest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Soest train from?

Rotterdam to Soest train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Soest?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Soest is to train via Utrecht which takes 5h 17m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €75 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Soest train arrive?

Rotterdam to Soest train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Soest?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Soest is 295 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Rotterdam to Soest.

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

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Where can I stay near Soest?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Conradstraat to Duisburg Portsmouthplatzbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3632
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Soesttrain Re
4h 49m
€28–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Dortmund central bus stationbus N885 / ...
5h 6m
€24–72
Train via Utrecht
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Soesttrain Re
5h 17m
€60–136
Drive 295.2 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Soestcar 295.2 km
2h 57m
€52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Unnatrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
6h 30m
€70–214

Rotterdam to Soest by bus and train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Soest, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Soest via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal, and Duisburg Hbf in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Dortmund central bus station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €14–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Union Ivkoni also services this route once a week.

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