1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 33 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Almere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Almere will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Rotterdam to Almere, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Almere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 71 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Almere:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Almere costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Almere take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 40m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Almere trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:35 Rotterdam | 1h33 | 10:08 Almere | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Rotterdam to Almere run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Almere — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Almere trip today.
Museum in Almere Haven about reclaimed land, local history and daily life in Flevoland, with exhibits rooted in the young city's story.
Art space in Almere Centrum presenting changing contemporary exhibitions in an accessible central location near shops and transport.
Open-air heritage site with reconstructed prehistoric houses that explain early settlement in the Flevoland area through immersive displays.
Popular urban beach and waterside area with broad views over the IJmeer, ideal for walking, relaxing and watching the sunset.
Nature reserve with reedbeds, birdlife and walking paths. It offers a peaceful contrast to Almere's modern districts and busy centre.
Lively city-centre square surrounded by modern architecture, shops and venues. A practical base for exploring Almere Centrum on foot.
Raw herring, often served with chopped onion and gherkin. A classic Dutch street snack closely tied to everyday food culture across Flevoland and the wider Netherlands.
Deep-fried minced meat ragout balls with a crisp crumb coating. A beloved Dutch bar snack, commonly eaten with mustard in cafés and snack bars.
Soft yeasted pancakes, usually served with butter and icing sugar. Traditional Dutch comfort food, popular for lunch or dinner in pancake restaurants.
Refined modern dining in a relaxed waterside setting, known for seasonal menus and polished service.
Stylish restaurant in Almere Haven serving French and Dutch-influenced dishes with a smart yet approachable atmosphere.
Popular pancake restaurant with a family-friendly atmosphere, offering classic Dutch pancakes and sweet poffertjes.
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, while public transport and daily essentials remain fairly priced for most visitors.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is fine.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Almere 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 Almere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Almere trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Almere Centrum station pair, with some services arriving at Almere Buiten. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Almere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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.
Almere Centrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Loetje Almere, Grand Café Le Baron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Almere Centrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Almere Centrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Almere Centrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Almere Centrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Almere Centrum: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Apollo Hotel Almere City Centre, Best Western Plus Plaza Almere, Van Der Valk Hotel Almere.
Almere Buiten is 5 km from Almere city centre. Public transport options include:
Almere Buiten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pallas Athene, Restaurant De Beren Almere Buiten
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Almere Buiten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Almere Buiten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Almere Buiten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Almere Buiten: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Almere Buiten: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Finn, Apollo Hotel Almere City Centre, Van Der Valk Hotel Almere.
Almere Poort is 5 km from Almere city centre. Public transport options include:
Almere Poort has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Almere Poort.
ATMs are available at Almere Poort.
Available at Almere Poort: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Almere Poort.
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