Standard
- Power plugs
- WC
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
47 m
Buses on 18 Sept
10
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 buses from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.
1613
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 47 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 8:20 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 12:20 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 14:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h50 | 17:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 20:15 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
1663 · 1608 | 19:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 4h23 | 23:23 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h45 | 21:35 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h45 | 1:05 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
1613 | 5:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 6:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 18:50. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 45m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 18:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Compare BlaBlaCar Bus classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need