The cheapest and fastest coaches from Duisburg to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Duisburg to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Rotterdam will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Duisburg for Rotterdam every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
(Prague -> Amsterdam)9:003h15Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf12:15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:252h40Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz15:05Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£171One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:303h25Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz20:55Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:254h25Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz11:50Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:252h40Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz15:05Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£171One-way0 changes
(Prague -> Amsterdam)9:003h15Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf12:15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:303h25Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz20:55Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:254h25Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz11:50Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Duisburg to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 167 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg 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.
Live departures
Duisburg to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Rotterdam coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:25 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 4h25 | 11:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Prague -> Amsterdam) | 9:00 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h15 | 12:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 2h40 | 15:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Duisburg, Mercatorstraße / Portsmouthplatz | 3h25 | 20:55 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Duisburg to Rotterdam coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Duisburg to Rotterdam.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Duisburg to Rotterdam.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Duisburg to Rotterdam.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Duisburg to Rotterdam.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Duisburg to Rotterdam
Buses from Duisburg to Rotterdam run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International from Duisburg to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Duisburg to Rotterdam with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Duisburg to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Duisburg 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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