1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£36
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 42 m
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liège to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liège to Rotterdam will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Liège to Rotterdam you need to make at least one change.
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9223Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 162 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liège to Rotterdam:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liège to Rotterdam costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 38m.
The journey is about 12m faster (2h 23m by train vs 2h 35m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£27 vs £32). 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 Liège to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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428+ 9303 | 6:29 Liège-Guillemins | 2h33 | 9:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
530 · 4130+ 9223 | 8:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h48 | 10:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
2732 · 1132+ 18921 | 8:08 Liège-Guillemins | 3h06 | 11:14 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
531+ 9227 | 9:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h48 | 11:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
2736 · 1136+ 18925 | 9:08 Liège-Guillemins | 3h06 | 12:14 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
431+ 9539 | 9:30 Liège-Guillemins | 2h47 | 12:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
532+ 9231 | 10:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h48 | 12:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
2740 · 1140+ 18929 | 10:08 Liège-Guillemins | 3h06 | 13:14 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
533+ 9235 | 11:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h48 | 13:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
2744 · 1144+ 18933 | 11:08 Liège-Guillemins | 3h06 | 14:14 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
439+ 9369 | 17:30 Liège-Guillemins | 2h32 | 20:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Trains from Liège to Rotterdam run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 23:45 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liège 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 Liège to Rotterdam trains use the Liège-Guillemins to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Noord. Use this guide to compare Liège and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Liège-Palais is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Rotterdam Blaak 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 options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
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