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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Vaals is to bus and line 350 bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Vaals is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Vaals?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Vaals. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Vaals, Maastrichterlaan/Bosstraat via Eindhoven Station and Maastricht, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Vaals?

The distance between Rotterdam and Vaals is 293 km. The road distance is 206.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Vaals without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 40m and costs €75 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Rotterdam to Vaals, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Vaals bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Vaals?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Vaals is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 40m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 350 bus, which costs €18 - €35 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Vaals bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Vaals bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Eindhoven Station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Vaals?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Vaals is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Rotterdam to Vaals.

Where can I stay near Vaals?

There are 657+ hotels available in Vaals.

Rotterdam to Vaals - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 350 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Vaals by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or 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 via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Aachen Hbftrain Ice
3h 40m
€75–165
Bus, line 350 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Eindhoven Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven Station to Maastrichtbus X68 / ...
3. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station to Vaals, Maastrichterlaan/Bosstraatbus 350
4h 41m
€18–30
Drive 206.8 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Vaalscar 206.8 km
2h 33m
€37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Blaak to Maastrichttrain Intercity
4h 47m
€37–78

Rotterdam to Vaals by train and bus

92Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.1 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Vaals, Busstation via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Aachen, Hbf, Aachen, Schanz Bf, and Aachen, Schanz in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Vaals, Maastrichterlaan/Bosstraat via Eindhoven Station, Maastricht, and Maastricht, Station in around 4h 41m.

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