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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Tallinn is to bus which costs €100 - €250 and takes 39h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Tallinn is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €85 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Tallinn?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Tallinn. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Tallinna bussijaam via Riia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Tallinn?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Tallinn. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Tallinn via Hilversum, S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Rzepin, Kraków Główny and Vilnius. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 29m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Tallinn?

The distance between Rotterdam and Tallinn is 1526 km. The road distance is 2030.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Tallinn without a car is to train and bus via Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) which takes 30h 39m and costs €170 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Rotterdam to Tallinn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Tallinn bus from?

Rotterdam to Tallinn bus services, operated by Ecolines, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Tallinn train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Tallinn?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Tallinn is to train which takes 41h 29m and costs €230 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €100 - €250 and takes 39h 44m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Tallinn bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Tallinn bus services, operated by Ecolines, arrive at Rīgas SAO station.

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Tallinn?

Tallinn is 1h ahead of Rotterdam. It is currently 1:21 AM in Rotterdam and 2:21 AM in Tallinn.

Where does the Rotterdam to Tallinn train arrive?

Rotterdam to Tallinn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Hilversum station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Tallinn?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Tallinn is 2031 km. It takes approximately 25h 27m to drive from Rotterdam to Tallinn.

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

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Where can I stay near Tallinn?

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Rotterdam to Tallinn - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Rotterdam to Tallinn by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)plane AMS - TLL
4h 57m
€87–265
Train, bus via Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Hilversumtrain
2. Take the train from Hilversum to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Tallinn, Bus Stationbus
30h 39m
€178–374
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Hilversumtrain
2. Take the train from Hilversum to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Rzepintrain 95 / ...
4. Take the train from Rzepin to Kraków Głównytrain 96 / ...
5. Take the train from Kraków Główny to Vilniaus geležinkelio stotistrain 144
6. Take the train from Vilnius to Tallinntrain 889
41h 29m
€239–513
Drive 2,030.7 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Tallinncar 2,030.7 km
25h 27m
€363–524
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)plane BRU - TLL
6h 15m
€115–248
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Amersfoort Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Amersfoort Centraal to Hamburg Hbftrain
3. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Tallinn, Harbour Terminal Dbus
35h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Rīgas SAObus
2. Take the bus from Riia to Tallinna bussijaambus El14 / ...
39h 44m
€107–246

Rotterdam to Tallinn by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

30h 39mAverage Duration

€178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,526 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Tallinn, Estonia?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Tallinn via Hilversum, S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Rzepin, Kraków Główny, and Vilnius in around 41h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Tallinna bussijaam via Rīgas SAO and Riia in around 39h 44m.

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