The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Rotterdam will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 trains that leave Luton for Rotterdam every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Luton to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 336 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£131 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Luton to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Rotterdam trains for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9132 · 9363 | 13:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h01 | 18:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9132 · 9463 | 13:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h01 | 18:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9140 | 15:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h28 | 18:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9148 · 9381 | 17:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h58 | 21:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9152 | 18:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h28 | 21:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:16 Luton | 3h16 | 09:32 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Rotterdam.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Rotterdam
Trains from Luton to Rotterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 336 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 336 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Rotterdam trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Rotterdam from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton and Rotterdam
- 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
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