The cheapest and fastest trains from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal you need to make at least 4 changes.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 468 km
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£94 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 02:09 Lübeck Hbf | 8h31 | 10:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
![]() | 05:09 Lübeck Hbf | 7h31 | 12:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
![]() | 06:37 Lübeck Hbf | 7h33 | 14:10 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
![]() | 06:37 Lübeck Hbf | 7h33 | 14:10 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:37 Lübeck Hbf | 7h03 | 14:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal
Trains from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 06:37. The fastest train covers the 468 km distance in 7h 33m.
Distance 468 km |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 06:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Lübeck Hbf and Rotterdam Centraal from £26. 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: Lübeck Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lübeck Hbf 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 Lübeck Hbf and Rotterdam Centraal
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
- 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
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