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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Stadskanaal?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Stadskanaal. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Stadskanaal, Maarsdreef via Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal?

The distance between Rotterdam and Stadskanaal is 255 km. The road distance is 238 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €40 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Stadskanaal bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €40 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Stadskanaal bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Stadskanaal bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Stadskanaal is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal.

Where can I stay near Stadskanaal?

There are 531+ hotels available in Stadskanaal.

Rotterdam to Stadskanaal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Stadskanaal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Assentrain Intercity
3h 35m
€40–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central stationbus N1386 / ...
2. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Stadskanaal, Maarsdreefbus 312
4h 50m
€24–44
Drive 238 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Stadskanaalcar 238 km
2h 59m
€42–60
Train, line 74 bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Emmentrain
3. Take the bus from Emmen, Station to Stadskanaal, Busstationbus 74 / ...
3h 48m
€50–59

Rotterdam to Stadskanaal by train and bus

153Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.2 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Assen hourly. Tickets cost €33–37 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Stadskanaal, Maarsdreef via Groningen central station and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 4h 50m.

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