The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
14 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 28 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Rotterdam will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bristol for Rotterdam every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 490 km distance in an average of 15 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 15 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £252.
Distance: 490 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£79 Average Price Cheapest | £257 Average Price |
13h 56m Average total duration 13h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration Fastest 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Rotterdam coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:35 Bristol | 16h15 | 04:50 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Bristol | 14h50 | 04:50 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
![]() | 02:05 Bristol | 15h20 | 17:25 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Rotterdam
Buses from Bristol to Rotterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 490 km distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 490 km |
Average bus duration 13h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bristol to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Rotterdam with FlixBus for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Rotterdam
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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