Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central train with NS International | IC Brussel

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central

Showing times and prices for 17 Jul

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

1 h 2 m

Average duration

1 h 2 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Rotterdam Centraal for Antwerp-Central every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.

NS International IC
07:141h02
Rotterdam Centraal
08:16Antwerp-Central
£181One-way
0 changes
NS International IC
16:211h49
Rotterdam Centraal
18:10Antwerp-Central
£201One-way
0 changes
NS International IC
21:211h53
Rotterdam Centraal
23:14Antwerp-Central
£201One-way
0 changes
NS International Eurocity
18:091h07
Rotterdam Centraal
19:16Antwerp-Central
£231One-way
0 changes
NS International IC
19:141h02
Rotterdam Centraal
20:16Antwerp-Central
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 79 km

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£18

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£11

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1h 26m

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56m

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30m

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2h 15m

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1h 45m

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Overview: Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central

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Trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central run on average 11 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
79 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
44m
First train
04:51
Last train
20:21
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar and PKP Intercity trains Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central

Find the best trains between Rotterdam Centraal and Antwerp-Central with Omio's travel partners NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar and PKP Intercity from £17. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Eurostar is the premier high-speed railway service which connects the United Kingdom with Europe through the Channel Tunnel with journeys connecting London St Pancras International with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam among other popular European cities. With its high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), the Eurostar makes travel between the UK and Europe as smooth and easy as possible. When you book your Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central train, you can choose between ticket types like Standard, Standard Premier (with spacious seats and light refreshments served), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seats, lounge access, hot meals served and priority boarding).

Eurostar from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central train information:

  • Average Duration: 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: £17

FAQs: Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central train

FAQs: Travel by train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerp-Central.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam Centraal and Antwerp-Central

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The major train station for departures in Rotterdam is Rotterdam Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rotterdam Centraal for your trip from Rotterdam to Antwerp.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
Wifi
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  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • 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.
Dining
Dining
  • Smullers
  • Albert Heijn to go
  • Starbucks
  • La Place
  • Julia's
  • Ekmekci
  • LEON
  • The Doner Company
  • StationsHuiskamer
  • De Broodzaak
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
  • Layin’ Rotterdam Central
  • Hostel Ani & Haakien
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located inside the central hall.
Public transport options for Rotterdam Centraal
  • 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
The major train station for arrivals in Antwerp is Antwerpen Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Antwerpen Centraal for your journey to Antwerp from Rotterdam.
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  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
Dining
Dining
  • Café - Brasserie Royal
  • Einstein Koffie
  • Leonidas
  • Starbucks
  • Yam Yam
  • Panos
  • Sweetz To Go
  • Frituur Centraal
  • lunch & pasta coffee
  • Döner Company
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
  • A-Stay Antwerpen
  • Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
Ticket Office
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  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Public transport options for Antwerpen Centraal
  • Tram lines: 11
  • Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
  • Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)

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