4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
16 h 50 m
Average duration
18 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Rotterdam will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cardiff 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 530 km distance in an average of 18 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 35 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.
1:4018h20Cardiff20:00Rotterdam£561One-way0 changes- 16:1516h50Cardiff9:05Rotterdam£611One-way0 changes
- 22:2520h35Cardiff19:00Rotterdam£671One-way0 changes
- 16:1516h50Cardiff9:05Rotterdam£611One-way0 changes
- 1:4018h20Cardiff20:00Rotterdam£561One-way0 changes
- 22:2520h35Cardiff19:00Rotterdam£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Cardiff to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 14h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £181.
Distance: 530 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £247 Average Price |
14h 44m Average total duration Fastest 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 19m Average total duration 16h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Rotterdam coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 16h45 | 7:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 18h40 | 13:05 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 15h40 | 10:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 1:40 Cardiff | 18h20 | 20:00 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Rotterdam.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Rotterdam
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Buses from Cardiff to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 530 km distance in 16h 5m.
Distance 530 km |
Average bus duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 16h 5m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Cardiff to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Rotterdam with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Rotterdam
Most Cardiff to Rotterdam buses use the Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Rotterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Rotterdam station do buses from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) bus station facilities and services
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Rotterdam, Zuidplein from Rotterdam city centre
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