Standard
- Power plugs
- WC
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 31 m
Buses on 18 Sept
6
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 buses from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 117 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 117 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m 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 to Schaerbeek:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Schaerbeek take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 48m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 1h 50m 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 to Schaerbeek 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:45 Rotterdam | 2h05 | 20:50 Schaerbeek | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 7:30 Rotterdam | 3h00 | 10:30 Schaerbeek | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Rotterdam | 3h00 | 15:00 Schaerbeek | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Rotterdam | 3h00 | 16:00 Schaerbeek | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 117 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 117 km |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Schaerbeek — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schaerbeek trip today.
Railway museum in Schaerbeek’s former station, with historic locomotives, immersive displays and strong appeal for families and design lovers.
Museum devoted to clocks and decorative arts inside a neo-Renaissance house, offering intimate displays and a refined period setting.
Restored artist’s home presenting life and work linked to painter René Magritte, with a more personal atmosphere than larger city museums.
Large landscaped park with ponds, broad paths and lively local atmosphere; ideal for walking, picnics and everyday Schaerbeek life.
Major square framed by the town hall and Sainte-Marie church, useful for architecture, photos and a sense of the district’s urban character.
Elegant avenue lined with notable Art Nouveau and eclectic façades, rewarding for a self-guided architecture walk.
A small grey prawn croquette with a crisp crumb and creamy filling. A Belgian brasserie classic, especially prized on the North Sea coast and in Brussels.
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and beer stew, often sweetened slightly with mustard and bread. It is a staple comfort dish across Brussels and Flanders.
Moules-frites pairs mussels with chips, often cooked with white wine, celery and onion. It is one of Belgium’s most iconic and widely eaten traditional meals.
Long-running neighbourhood restaurant serving refined Belgian-French cooking in a calm, traditional dining room popular with locals.
Casual, well-known fritkot for classic Belgian chips and snacks. Good for an inexpensive taste of everyday local fast food culture.
Historic Schaerbeek brasserie known for Belgian classics, seafood and an elegant belle époque setting with a lively local atmosphere.
Moderate for Belgium: meals and cafés are fairly priced, but hotels in greater Brussels and tourist dining can raise daily costs above smaller Belgian cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Schaerbeek 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 Schaerbeek, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Schaerbeek buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Schaerbeek bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
Rotterdam, Zuidplein is 3 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Zuidplein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Rotterdam, Centraal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station complex.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station. ATMs are aTMs are located within the main station building.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station.
Available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Centraal Station: The terminal is equipped with ramps and elevators for accessibility.
Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) is 1 km from Schaerbeek city centre. Public transport options include:
Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food kiosks are available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord). ATMs are available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
Ticket office support is available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
Available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord): Wheelchair accessible pathways.
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