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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Venlo is to bus which costs €11 - €26 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Venlo is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Venlo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Venlo Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Venlo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Blerick. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Venlo?

The distance between Rotterdam and Venlo is 153 km. The road distance is 157.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Venlo without a car is to train via Eindhoven which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Rotterdam to Venlo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Venlo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Venlo train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Venlo?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Venlo is to train via Eindhoven which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €26 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Venlo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Venlo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Venlo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Venlo is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Rotterdam to Venlo.

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

Book your Rotterdam to Venlo train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Rotterdam to Venlo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Venlo?

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Rotterdam to Venlo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Venlo 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 via Eindhoven
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Breda
2. Take the train from Breda to Eindhoven
3. Take the train from Eindhoven to Blerick
2h 16m
€32–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Venlo Station023 / ...
2h 40m
€11–26
Drive 157.2 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Venlo157.2 km
1h 56m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to BlerickIntercity
3h 3m
€28

Rotterdam to Venlo by train

252Weekly Trains

2h 16mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.4 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Blerick via Breda and Eindhoven in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Venlo Station twice daily. Tickets cost €11–26 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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