4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brussels to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Brussels 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 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brussels to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 120 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Rotterdam coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1657 | 11:40 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2h17 | 13:57 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 1613 | 01:48 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2h12 | 04:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4743 | 04:00 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2h20 | 06:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Rotterdam
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Netherlands
Buses from Brussels to Rotterdam run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 120 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 120 km |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 12m |
First bus 00:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus from Brussels to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Rotterdam with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Brussels to Rotterdam: Journey Details
There are several regular buses from Brussels to Rotterdam throughout the week. The route is run by Eurolines, Ouibus and Flixbus and travellers can expect to find at least one morning and one evening departure each day. There are more buses at the weekend; 5 per day on Saturday and Sunday with the addition of a Megabus coach in the middle of the day. An average journey takes just over two hours making it a convenient and economical choice for travellers.
Taking the Bus from Brussels
Buses from Brussels to Rotterdam depart from Gare du Nord rail station. The station is close to Place Rogier in the Northern business district. Travellers can take the tram (lines 3 and 4) to the Gare du Nord stop or metro (lines 2 and 6) to the nearby Place Rogier stop. Local buses operated by De Lijn also stop close to the station. Those using public transport should remember to validate tickets using the orange machines before boarding.
Getting into Rotterdam by Bus
As well as being Europe's largest port, Rotterdam is noted for landmarks like the Erasmus bridge and City Hall. Visitors can explore the old port, see the Erasmus statue or visit some of the finest museums in the Netherlands like Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen or the spectacular Kunsthal. Buses from Brussels to Rotterdam drop passengers next to Centraal Station in the city centre. There are excellent public transport connections provided by RET to every part of the city from Rotterdam Centraal. These include the metro (lines C and E) and trains run from 6 am to midnight. 8 of the city's tram lines serve the station as well as several local buses. There is a night bus service, while taxis are also readily available.
FAQs: Brussels to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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.
When departing from Brussels, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16). When arriving in Rotterdam, you can end your route in coach stations like Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Rotterdam, Zuidplein and Rotterdam Centraal.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Rotterdam
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 272, 471 Train: IC, S2, S4
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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