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Rotterdam to Antwerp Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Rotterdam to Antwerp. The train trip from Rotterdam to Antwerp is usually about one hour and 21 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest European Sleeper train can get you there in as little as one hour and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (79 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 6m |
| Lowest price | €45.43 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | European Sleeper |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Rotterdam to Antwerp?
European Sleeper is the one and only train line which connects Rotterdam to Antwerp. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| European Sleeper | 1 | 1h 21m | €32.83 |
European Sleeper train tickets from Rotterdam to Antwerp start from €20, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 European Sleeper schedules to Antwerp. European Sleeper in Rotterdam leaves from Centraal Station . And in Antwerp trains arrive at Antwerp Central Train Station .
From Rotterdam to Antwerp train travel on European Sleeper takes 1 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Antwerp faster, European Sleeper offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 6 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Rotterdam to Antwerp. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Rotterdam at 7:00am and arrives in Antwerp about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Antwerp with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Antwerp 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: Centraal Station
There is one train station in Rotterdam.
All train stations in Rotterdam:
Centraal Station
Where is the train station in Antwerp?
Main arrival station: Antwerp Central Train Station
Antwerp has one train station.
All train stations in Antwerp:
Antwerp Central Train Station
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