- Must visit
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Amsterdam to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Rotterdam will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 45 buses that leave Amsterdam for Rotterdam every day 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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51094Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 57 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Rotterdam coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h20 | 7:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h45 | 8:15 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h15 | 8:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h50 | 8:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h15 | 10:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h40 | 10:25 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 10:25 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h50 | 10:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
1662 | 10:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h00 | 11:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h40 | 13:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
83133 | 12:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h10 | 13:55 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h20 | 15:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h55 | 16:10 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h30 | 16:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h25 | 16:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h05 | 16:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h25 | 17:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h55 | 18:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h35 | 18:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h40 | 19:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:55 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 19:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h05 | 19:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
51094 | 18:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0h55 | 19:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h15 | 20:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h40 | 20:40 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h15 | 20:40 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h50 | 20:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h15 | 21:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
4744 | 20:10 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0h55 | 21:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h25 | 22:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h00 | 22:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
1612 | 22:05 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h15 | 23:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h30 | 23:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h00 | 0:15 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:35 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h45 | 0:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h35 | 0:15 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1h05 | 23:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
1608 | 23:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h41 | 0:41 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h05 | 0:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 3:15 Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 1h30 | 4:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h05 | 4:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1h15 | 5:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h45 | 4:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Rotterdam run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 34 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 55m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Rotterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotterdam trip today.
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.
Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.
Lively market hall with dramatic ceiling artwork and striking horseshoe design. Worth visiting for the architecture and central location alone.
Waterside district with converted warehouses, historic ships and broad views. Pleasant for walking and seeing Rotterdam’s maritime character.
Historic harbour area transformed into a cultural quarter with quayside walks, architecture and river views. Good for a relaxed local-style stroll.
Raw herring served with onion and pickles. A classic Dutch street snack, widely eaten in Rotterdam and across the country, especially from fish stalls.
Small fried cod pieces, usually served with garlic or tartare sauce. A beloved Dutch fish snack commonly found at markets and harbours.
Crisp potato chips topped with mayonnaise, peanut sauce and chopped onion. This Dutch fast-food favourite is a familiar late-night choice in Rotterdam.
Refined dining with seasonal menus and polished service in an elegant riverside setting at Hotel New York.
Bustling Market Hall food venue known for excellent seafood, oysters and shellfish in a lively modern setting.
Popular food hall with varied local and international stalls, ideal for trying Dutch snacks in a casual central atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Rotterdam, Westerstraat -> Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam
There are two buses every day from Amsterdam to Rotterdam. The journey is quick and hassle-free between these two large cities and takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes. No changes or stopovers are required and the journey finishes directly in the heart of Rotterdam at the city's central station. This makes onward travel extremely quick and easy, with just a short walk into Rotterdam's main shopping and business district.
This is a rapid, easy and convenient route. The bus from Amsterdam to Rotterdam takes around 1 hour and 25 minutes, it's a direct route with no changes required. The off-peak travel times offered also mean that the roads tend to be quiet and the journey doesn't tend to experience particular difficulties with traffic congestion.
There are two coaches every day throughout the week from Monday to Sunday. The first one leaves Amsterdam at around 10:00 a.m. and the second one departs at around 9:00 p.m. Both take just 1 hour and 25 minutes. These are convenient and direct services which take passengers into the heart of Rotterdam, and which make onward travel extremely easy and fast.
Departure Bus Station: Located just to the West of the main Amsterdam Central Station, Amsterdam Bus Station, Sloterdijk, is a hub for metros, trains and coaches; being the city's primary coach and bus terminal. The station is just a short connection away from Amsterdam city centre and it has good facilities, including accessible toilets, showers, information desks and ticketing, digital information boards, a waiting areas with seats, trolleys, coffee and newspaper kiosks and payphones. Passengers can easily transfer to Sloterdijk from Amsterdam Centraal Station via train, metro or bus. Taxis are also available.
Arrival Bus Station: Rotterdam Conradstraat bus station is co-located with the train and metro station and it's a large central hub in this busy city. Inside the concourse, you'll find large and accessible platforms with trolleys and lifts, plenty of digital information boards and ticketing facilities, customer services, seating, toilets with showers, and plenty of coffee, food and retail outlets. There is free WiFi and spaces for flexible working, as well as cafes and outdoor terrace seating for coffee when the weather is good.
This route is served by BlaBlaBus, which runs both the morning and evening bus from Amsterdam to Rotterdam each day of the week. The company offers long-distance bus journeys across The Netherlands and to other European destinations, with low pricing on offer and comfortable coaches. This bus from Amsterdam to Rotterdam is fast and convenient. It's popular with tourists and commuters alike who are looking for affordable travel and the ability to relax, read or do work whilst travelling in comfort.
BlaBlaBus: Amsterdam to Rotterdam
BlaBlaBus operates a service at around 10:00 a.m. every day of the week which arrives at Rotterdam at around 11:30 a.m. Its evening bus from Amsterdam to Rotterdam leaves at around 9:00 p.m. and arrives at around 22:30 p.m. This service schedule operates every day of the week, including Sundays. All services take around 1 hour and 25 minutes. Up to date information can be found at the station via the digital information boards.
BlaBlaBus allows passengers to take two pieces of hand luggage onto the coach, and two additional pieces of luggage into the hold. A buggy may also be stored in the hold as a separate item without charge. There is a max weight limit of 23 kg per stored item. The bus from Amsterdam to Rotterdam is designed to accommodate wheelchairs, but passengers are advised to call the customer services line in advance to request accessibility support if they have a disability, or are travelling with someone who has a disability. Pets are not allowed onto the buses, but service dogs are permitted. Every bus has a toilet, electrical outlets for charging, free WiFi, and real-time journey information boards to show progress. There are also comfortable seats which can recline.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Rotterdam by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Rotterdam buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Rotterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
Amsterdam, Centraal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Centraal Station.
Available at Amsterdam, Centraal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Centraal Station: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
Rotterdam, Zuidplein is 3 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Zuidplein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Rotterdam Alexander is 5 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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