The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 15 Sept
65
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 65 trains from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
2018+
926720:031h47Brussels-North21:50Rotterdam Centraal£91One-way1 change
2019+
927121:031h47Brussels-North22:50Rotterdam Centraal£121One-way1 change
927120:561h54Brussels-North22:50Rotterdam Centraal£121One-way0 changes
4519+
957920:331h44Brussels-North22:17Rotterdam Centraal£151One-way1 change
4520+
958321:331h44Brussels-North23:17Rotterdam Centraal£181One-way1 change
3111+
932912:081h24Brussels-North13:32Rotterdam Centraal£671One-way1 change
4507+
93098:341h28Brussels-North10:02Rotterdam Centraal£701One-way1 change
4509+
932110:331h29Brussels-North12:02Rotterdam Centraal£701One-way1 change
4518+
947519:331h29Brussels-North21:02Rotterdam Centraal£521One-way1 change
4517+
936918:331h29Brussels-North20:02Rotterdam Centraal£701One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal 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 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 119 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Rotterdam Centraal take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 35m.
The journey is about 24m faster (1h 33m by train vs 1h 57m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£21 vs £25). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4514+ 9559 | 15:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 17:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4514+ 9351 | 15:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 17:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9251 | 15:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 17:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2014+ 9251 | 16:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 17:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4515+ 9563 | 16:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 18:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9255 | 16:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 18:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2015+ 9255 | 17:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 18:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4516+ 9463 | 17:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4516+ 9567 | 17:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 19:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4516+ 9363 | 17:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9259 | 17:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 19:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2016+ 9259 | 18:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 19:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4517+ 9369 | 18:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 20:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4517+ 9571 | 18:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 20:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9263 | 18:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 20:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2017+ 9263 | 19:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 20:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4518+ 9575 | 19:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 21:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4518+ 9375 | 19:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 21:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4518+ 9475 | 19:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 21:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9267 | 19:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 21:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2018+ 9267 | 20:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 21:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4519+ 9381 | 20:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 22:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4519+ 9579 | 20:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 22:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9271 | 20:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 22:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2019+ 9271 | 21:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 22:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4520+ 9583 | 21:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 23:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
520+ 18981+ 2992 · 1112 | 22:08 Brussels-North | 8h06 | 6:14 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
2003+ 2555+ 2216 | 5:03 Brussels-North | 2h35 | 7:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
4504+ 9301 | 5:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 7:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9211 | 5:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 7:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2004+ 9211 | 6:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 7:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4505+ 9523 | 6:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 8:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9215 | 6:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 8:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2005+ 9215 | 7:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 8:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4506+ 9527 | 7:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 9:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4506+ 9303 | 7:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 9:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9219 | 7:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 9:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2006+ 9219 | 8:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 9:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4507+ 9531 | 8:34 Brussels-North | 1h43 | 10:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4507+ 9309 | 8:34 Brussels-North | 1h28 | 10:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9223 | 8:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 10:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2007+ 9223 | 9:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 10:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4508+ 9535 | 9:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 11:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4508+ 9315 | 9:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 11:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9227 | 9:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 11:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2008+ 9227 | 10:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 11:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4509+ 9539 | 10:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 12:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4509+ 9321 | 10:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 12:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9231 | 10:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 12:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2009+ 9231 | 11:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 12:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4510+ 9543 | 11:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 13:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9235 | 11:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 13:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2010+ 9235 | 12:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 13:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
3111+ 9329 | 12:08 Brussels-North | 1h24 | 13:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4511+ 9547 | 12:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 14:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9239 | 12:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 14:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2011+ 9239 | 13:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 14:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4512+ 9551 | 13:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 15:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4512+ 9439 | 13:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4512+ 9339 | 13:33 Brussels-North | 1h29 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9243 | 13:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 15:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2012+ 9243 | 14:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 15:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
4513+ 9555 | 14:33 Brussels-North | 1h44 | 16:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9247 | 14:56 Brussels-North | 1h54 | 16:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
2013+ 9247 | 15:03 Brussels-North | 1h47 | 16:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal
Trains from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 3:56 |
Last train 19:03 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: EuroCity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal trainsEuroCity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Brussels-North and Rotterdam Centraal from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
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FAQs: Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal 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 Rotterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels-North and Rotterdam Centraal
Most Brussels-North to Rotterdam Centraal trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-North and Rotterdam Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Brussels-Nord from Brussels city centre
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord train station facilities and services
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.



