- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
A major Dutch art museum with works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and more, set in a landmark building on Museumplein.
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Schiphol will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 15 buses that leave Rotterdam for Schiphol every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 47 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Schiphol coaches for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 20:15 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h45 | 21:35 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
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 | |
1609 | 6:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 7:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h15 | 7:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h30 | 8:20 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h50 | 7:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | 12:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h45 | 13:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:10 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h40 | 14:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 14:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:55 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h15 | 17:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h50 | 17:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rotterdam to Schiphol run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:28. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 45m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:28 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Schiphol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schiphol trip today.
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A long urban park popular for strolling, picnics and open-air relaxation, with ponds, paths and lively local atmosphere.
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Raw herring, usually served with chopped onion and pickles. It is a long-standing Dutch seafood tradition, especially popular as a quick street snack.
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Casual all-day venue at Schiphol known for burgers, sandwiches and drinks, convenient for a relaxed meal before a flight.
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to 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 Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Schiphol buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Schiphol 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 Alexander is 5 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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