Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam. Traveling by train from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam usually takes 4 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest FlixTrain train can make the trip in 3 hours and 39 minutes.
| Distance | 110 mi (177 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 39m |
| Lowest price | $26.83 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Dusseldorf to Rotterdam Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from Dusseldorf to Rotterdam?
There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$46.47 | Avg. Price$36.97Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration4h 13m | Duration3h 50mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from Dusseldorf to Rotterdam:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam was $41.14. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 4 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $9.05 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam will cost between $27 and $49. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam on Wanderu at least 4 days ahead of time, you can save about $9.05 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
What train companies travel from Dusseldorf to Rotterdam?
There are multiple trains that travel from Dusseldorf to Rotterdam, including FlixTrain. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 1 | 4h 13m | $46.47 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Rotterdam from Düsseldorf. The train usually departs from Düsseldorf Central Station in Düsseldorf and arrives at Conradstraat in Rotterdam after about 4 hours and 13 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Dusseldorf to Rotterdam
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Rotterdam to Düsseldorf. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam for $11.
TRIPS PER DAY
1
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The distance between Düsseldorf and Rotterdam is approximately 110 miles, or 177 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 13 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 39 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
DISTANCE (MI)
110
DISTANCE (KM)
177
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Düsseldorf at 11:26am and arrives in Rotterdam around 3 hours later.
EARLIEST TRAIN
11:26am
LATEST TRAIN
4:38pm
Trains from Düsseldorf to Rotterdam are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Sunday
LEAST CROWDED
Friday
City Information
Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf is located between Essen and Cologne in Germany and is known for its booming fashion industry. Arts, music, and culture thrive in this welcoming and multicultural destination.
Altstaft, the city's old town, fills its narrow streets with relaxed cafes and chic bars. If you're lucky enough to visit in the winter, Düsseldorf is home to one of Germany's best Christmas markets, hosted at Marktplatz.
To experience Düsseldorf's culture, you can opt to watch a performance in an opera or a theatre. Two of the top theaters are the Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus and Roncalli’s Apollo Variete. Then, when the opera makes you feel sufficiently posh, you'll be ready to enter the pink, opulent palace of Schloss Benrath.
While nearly every corner in Düsseldorf is filled with shops to catch your eye, the most exclusive and luxury shops congregate on one street: Königsallee. However, if you prefer digging through thrift shops and poking into local boutiques, Lorettostrasse might be more your style.
Düsseldorf is home to one of the largest airports in the area, with flights to many international destinations. To view the German countryside from the ground, take a Deutsche Bahn train or a bus offered by several companies that run routes throughout Europe.
Rotterdam
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 does the train leave from in Dusseldorf?
Main departure station: Düsseldorf Central Station
Düsseldorf Central Station (Düsseldorf HBF) is the main transport hub for, you guessed it, Düsseldorf. The station operates both long-distance and intercity services by ICE and Deutsche Bahn, to destinations such as Paris, Zurich, Vienna, and Munich. The station has extensive facilities, including waiting areas, vending machines, restrooms, shops and cafes, and even a grocery store, bakery, and Starbucks. The station is less than a five-minute walk from the city center, which is home to many hotels and shops, and the main bus station is also directly in front of the train station for connections within the city.
All train stations in Dusseldorf:
- Düsseldorf Central Station
Where does the train arrive in Rotterdam?
Main arrival station: Conradstraat
Rotterdam Central Station is the main railway station and major transport hub for Rotterdam. The station is an iconic building, shaped like a triangle stretching into the sky, with a modern glass front and many amenities. It's one of the four main train stations in the Netherlands, and major destinations include Amsterdam, Brussels, and Paris, plus stations across the country. There are also Eurostar services from Amsterdam to London that stop here. The station has lots of shops and cafes, including Starbucks, and is in the heart of the city close to major attractions, hotels, restaurants, and stops for onward travel.
All train stations in Rotterdam:
- Conradstraat
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