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Nationaal Jenevermuseum Schiedam
Museum on Dutch gin, distilling and Schiedam industry, with historic equipment and clear context on the town’s identity.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barendrecht to Schiedam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barendrecht to Schiedam:
A coach is £0.75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barendrecht to Schiedam costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Schiedam take longer:
Coach takes on average 42m.
Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.04. The journey takes 21m versus 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Barendrecht to Schiedam run on average 50 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 49 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 25m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 49 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:50 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Museum on Dutch gin, distilling and Schiedam industry, with historic equipment and clear context on the town’s identity.
City museum in a former guest house, presenting Schiedam history, fine art and changing exhibitions in a refined historic setting.
Compact museum about Schiedam’s windmills and milling history, housed inside a monumental mill in the historic centre.
Elegant canal street with merchant houses, bridges and waterside views. Ideal for a relaxed walk through historic Schiedam.
One of the city’s best walking routes, lined with tall mills, canals and historic buildings that show Schiedam’s industrial past.
Central square framed by historic buildings and terraces, useful for orientation and a convenient base for sightseeing on foot.
A juniper-flavoured Dutch spirit strongly tied to Schiedam, long known for its historic distilleries and malt wine production.
A richer, often oak-aged style of jenever made with more malt wine. Schiedam is one of the best places to try this traditional Dutch spirit.
A small glass of jenever served with a beer chaser. This classic Dutch pairing is a traditional drinking ritual in Schiedam cafés.
Well-known distillery venue serving jenever tastings and Dutch dishes in a historic setting linked to Schiedam’s gin heritage.
Stylish waterside restaurant in Schiedam with modern European cooking, strong seafood dishes and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular local restaurant in the old centre with French and Dutch influences, set in a historic building with a cosy atmosphere.
Moderate for the Randstad: dining and hotels cost a bit less than Amsterdam, while local public transport and coffee are still typically Dutch-priced.
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 appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barendrecht to Schiedam by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schiedam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barendrecht to Schiedam trains use the Barendrecht to Schiedam Centrum station pair. Use this guide to compare Barendrecht and Schiedam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barendrecht is 1 km from Barendrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Barendrecht has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Barendrecht.
ATMs are available at Barendrecht.
Available at Barendrecht: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barendrecht.
Schiedam Centrum is 1 km from Schiedam city centre. Public transport options include:
Schiedam Centrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Noordmolen, Brasserie Stadhuis
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schiedam Centrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schiedam Centrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schiedam Centrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schiedam Centrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiedam Centrum: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Rotterdam-Schiedam, Hotel De Sluiskop, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam-Blijdorp.
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