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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Rotterdam is to bus via Dover which costs €75 - €160 and takes 18h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Rotterdam is to fly and train which takes 4h 18m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via London St. Pancras Int.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Scotland to Rotterdam?

The distance between Scotland and Rotterdam is 730 km.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs €120 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Scotland to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Rotterdam bus from?

Scotland to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Rotterdam train from?

Scotland to Rotterdam train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Scotland to Rotterdam is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs €120 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus via Dover, which costs €75 - €160 and takes 18h 40m.

Where does the Scotland to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Scotland to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Scotland and Rotterdam?

Rotterdam is 1h ahead of Scotland. It is currently 4:08 AM in Scotland and 5:08 AM in Rotterdam.

Where does the Scotland to Rotterdam train arrive?

Scotland to Rotterdam train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

Book your Scotland to Rotterdam train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 811+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

Scotland to Rotterdam - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Rotterdam by plane, train, train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Edinburgh Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)EDI - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
4h 28m
€76–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London VictoriaUkn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rotterdam Central Station814 / ...
20h 36m
€56–219
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London EustonGlasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Rotterdam CentraalEurostar
9h 18m
€125–570
Bus via Dover
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria838
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Dover700 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dover to Rotterdam Central Station814
18h 40m
€79–151
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Glasgow to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Rotterdam
11h 23m
Fly from Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)ABZ - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
4h 20m
€111–319
Fly from Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)GLA - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
4h 18m
€76–246
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)INV - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
4h 41m
€119–310
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)NCL - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
5h 47m
€78–333
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Glasgow to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Rotterdam
12h 31m
€211–309

Scotland to Rotterdam by train and foot

49Weekly Services

9h 18mAverage Duration

€125Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scotland to Rotterdam.

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Distance: 729.9 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Scotland and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Rotterdam Centraal via London Euston and London St. Pancras Int. in around 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Rotterdam Central Station via London Victoria and Dover in around 18h 40m.

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