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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£142
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£212
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
7 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
7 h 52 m
Trains on 23 Sept
19
Distance
648 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Rotterdam will cost around £212 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £142.
To travel from Geneva to Rotterdam you need to make at least one change.
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9339Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £93 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £93, while a flight costs an average of £350.
Distance: 648 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£106 Average Price | £350 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest | £228 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 11m Average total duration 15h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Rotterdam:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Rotterdam costing on average £106.
A coach is £258 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Rotterdam costing on average £350.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 42m.
Coach takes on average 15h 41m.
The journey is about 2h 6m faster (6h 42m by train vs 8h 48m by car) and roughly £123 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£106 vs £228). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Rotterdam trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9764+ 9463 | On time 8:21 Geneva station | 10h41 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9764+ 9369 | On time 8:21 Geneva station | 11h41 | 20:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9764+ 9363 | On time 8:21 Geneva station | 10h41 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
96558+ 6616+ 9363 | On time 9:24 Geneva station | 9h38 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
96558+ 6616+ 9463 | On time 9:24 Geneva station | 9h38 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
96558+ 6616+ 9369 | On time 9:24 Geneva station | 10h38 | 20:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
9768+ 9463 | 10:27 Geneva station | 8h35 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9768+ 9369 | 10:27 Geneva station | 9h35 | 20:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9768+ 9363 | 10:27 Geneva station | 8h35 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9770+ 9375 | 12:27 Geneva station | 8h35 | 21:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9770+ 9475 | 12:27 Geneva station | 8h35 | 21:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9770+ 9369 | 12:27 Geneva station | 7h35 | 20:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9774+ 9381 | 14:27 Geneva station | 7h35 | 22:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
9760+ 9463 | 6:28 Geneva station | 12h34 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9760+ 9439 | 6:28 Geneva station | 8h34 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9760+ 9363 | 6:28 Geneva station | 12h34 | 19:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9760+ 9339 | 6:28 Geneva station | 8h34 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9760+ 9329 | 6:28 Geneva station | 7h04 | 13:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9760+ 9351 | 6:28 Geneva station | 10h34 | 17:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Trains from Geneva to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £33 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 648 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 648 km |
Average train duration 6h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:15 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Rotterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotterdam trip today.
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.
Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.
Lively market hall with dramatic ceiling artwork and striking horseshoe design. Worth visiting for the architecture and central location alone.
Waterside district with converted warehouses, historic ships and broad views. Pleasant for walking and seeing Rotterdam’s maritime character.
Historic harbour area transformed into a cultural quarter with quayside walks, architecture and river views. Good for a relaxed local-style stroll.
Raw herring served with onion and pickles. A classic Dutch street snack, widely eaten in Rotterdam and across the country, especially from fish stalls.
Small fried cod pieces, usually served with garlic or tartare sauce. A beloved Dutch fish snack commonly found at markets and harbours.
Crisp potato chips topped with mayonnaise, peanut sauce and chopped onion. This Dutch fast-food favourite is a familiar late-night choice in Rotterdam.
Refined dining with seasonal menus and polished service in an elegant riverside setting at Hotel New York.
Bustling Market Hall food venue known for excellent seafood, oysters and shellfish in a lively modern setting.
Popular food hall with varied local and international stalls, ideal for trying Dutch snacks in a casual central atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Rotterdam Centraal -> Rotterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Most Geneva to Rotterdam trains use the Genève to Rotterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
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 options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
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.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
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