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Trip Summary
You can pick from 26 daily train trips between Rotterdam and Gronau. The average train journey from Rotterdam to Gronau takes 3 hours and 38 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 110 mi (177 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 45m |
| Lowest price | €31.02 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rotterdam to Gronau?
2 train services operate from Rotterdam to Gronau. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 26 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 26 | 3h 38m | €32.11 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 3h 33m | €32.56 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Rotterdam to Gronau start from €32, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gronau. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Rotterdam leaves from Rotterdam Lombardijen and one other station. And in Gronau trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Rotterdam to Gronau train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 33 minutes. If you are looking to get to Gronau faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Rotterdam to Gronau on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Rotterdam at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 26 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Gronau to Rotterdam.
City Information
Rotterdam
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With origins as a small fishing village in the 13th century, Rotterdam is now the largest port in Europe. The city's unique architecture attracts visitors from all over the world, with its many angular and glass buildings standing out among much of Europe's old-world architectural style. Rotterdam is worth visiting on its own, or travel on an entire tour of 8 Dutch cities.
The exciting contemporary feel of Rotterdam extends into its art and design scene, home to many modern art galleries and Groos, a vast and eclectic concept store selling pieces by Rotterdam-based designers. For a more traditional art museum, visit the Museum van Boijmans Beuningen, one of Europe's finest art galleries displaying works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Magritte.
Rotterdam is also home to a growing food scene, and visitors can experience this in the impressive Markthal. With over 100 stalls and restaurants, the Markthal is the best place for visitors to sample authentic local cuisine.
Getting to Rotterdam is simple, whether by sea, air, rail, or road. Several airlines fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, and a convenient shuttle bus offers frequent transport to the city. Rotterdam's Centraal Station also provides international train services across Europe, and FlixBus offers convenient travel from various locations throughout the continent. In addition, you can take a ferry to Rotterdam from Hull in the UK and experience the city's famous port first-hand.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rotterdam?
Main departure station: Rotterdam Lombardijen
Rotterdam has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Gronau.
All train stations in Rotterdam:
Rotterdam Lombardijen
Rotterdam Zuid
Rotterdam Alexander
Where is the train station in Gronau?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Gronau receives travelers from Rotterdam at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Gronau:
Train Station
Epe(Westf)
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