The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£163
Average price
£174
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
675 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Rotterdam will cost around £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £163.
To travel from Copenhagen to Rotterdam you need to make at least 3 changes.
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · ICE 122 · IC 28648:0511h35Copenhagen Central Station19:40Rotterdam Centraal£1631One-way3 changes
ECE 1175 · ICE 615 · ICE 224 · IC 287210:0511h35Copenhagen Central Station21:40Rotterdam Centraal£1631One-way3 changes
IC 50125 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 2036:3513h50Copenhagen Central Station20:25Rotterdam Centraal£1971One-way6 changes
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · ICE 122 · IC 28648:0511h35Copenhagen Central Station19:40Rotterdam Centraal£1631One-way3 changes
ECE 1175 · ICE 615 · ICE 224 · IC 287210:0511h35Copenhagen Central Station21:40Rotterdam Centraal£1631One-way3 changes
IC 50125 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 2036:3513h50Copenhagen Central Station20:25Rotterdam Centraal£1971One-way6 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 675 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 6m Average total duration 14h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 50125 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 203 | 4:35 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h50 | 18:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 6 changes | |
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · ICE 122 · IC 2864 | On time 6:05 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h35 | 17:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ECE 1175 · ICE 615 · ICE 224 · IC 2872 | On time 8:05 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h35 | 19:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Rotterdam
Trains from Copenhagen to Rotterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 675 km distance in 11h 18m.
Distance 675 km |
Average train duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 18m |
First train 0:21 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen to Rotterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen and Rotterdam from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Copenhagen to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Rotterdam 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Rotterdam
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- 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.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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