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

The cheapest way to get from Venlo to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €12 - €20 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Venlo to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Venlo and Rotterdam?

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

Is there a direct train between Venlo and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blerick and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Venlo to Rotterdam?

The distance between Venlo and Rotterdam is 153 km. The road distance is 158 km.

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

The best way to get from Venlo to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Tilburg which takes 2h 9m and costs €16 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Venlo to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venlo to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Venlo to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Venlo to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Venlo to Rotterdam is to train via Tilburg which takes 2h 9m and costs €16 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €20 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Venlo to Rotterdam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Venlo to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Venlo to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Venlo to Rotterdam is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Venlo to Rotterdam.

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

Book your Venlo to Rotterdam train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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

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

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Train via Tilburg
best
1. Take the train from Blerick to Eindhoven Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Tilburgtrain
3. Take the train from Tilburg to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
2h 9m
€17–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Venlo Station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus 023 / ...
2h 40m
€12–20
Drive 158 km
1. Drive from Venlo to Rotterdamcar 158 km
1h 59m
€29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Blerick to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
2h 59m
€26–60

Venlo to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 153.4 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Blerick to Rotterdam Centraal via Eindhoven Centraal and Tilburg in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Venlo Station to Rotterdam Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–20 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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