The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
18 h 20 m
Average duration
21 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Rotterdam will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.
Of the 5 buses that leave Newcastle for Rotterdam every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 527 km distance in an average of 21 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 10 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.
7:2021h30Newcastle4:50Rotterdam£631One-way0 changes
23:2520h35Newcastle20:00Rotterdam£651One-way0 changes
13:4518h20Newcastle8:05Rotterdam£871One-way0 changes
8:3021h20Newcastle5:50Rotterdam£881One-way0 changes
7:0024h10Newcastle7:10Rotterdam£941One-way0 changes
13:4518h20Newcastle8:05Rotterdam£871One-way0 changes
23:2520h35Newcastle20:00Rotterdam£651One-way0 changes
8:3021h20Newcastle5:50Rotterdam£881One-way0 changes
7:2021h30Newcastle4:50Rotterdam£631One-way0 changes
7:0024h10Newcastle7:10Rotterdam£941One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Newcastle to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 527 km
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| Coach | Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price Cheapest | £127 Average Price | £162 Average Price |
17h 31m Average total duration 17h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Rotterdam coaches for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 21h00 | 7:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 20h15 | 9:10 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 20h45 | 9:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 21h20 | 13:05 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 18h20 | 10:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 21h35 | 22:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 21h15 | 21:40 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Rotterdam
Buses from Newcastle to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £0.91 by ferry.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 527 km distance in 18h 20m.
Distance 527 km |
Average bus duration 17h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 18h 20m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Newcastle to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Rotterdam with FlixBus for as low as £0.91. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Newcastle 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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