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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Amsterdam will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 14 Nov, we found 232 trains from Rotterdam to Amsterdam, including 107 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
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Trains from Rotterdam to Amsterdam run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 33m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Amsterdam.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Amsterdam trains for today, Friday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 2827 · IC 3024 | 8:20 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 9:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ECD 9523+ SPR 8222 | 8:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h47 | 9:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4024 | 8:24 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h16 | 9:40 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3531 · SPR 8224 | 8:26 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 9:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4024 | 8:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h11 | 9:40 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2029 · IC 2726 | 8:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h18 | 9:53 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 2220 | 8:41 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 9:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2829 · IC 3026 | 8:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 10:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ICD 2425 · SPR 8224 | 8:52 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h47 | 9:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4026 | 8:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 10:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4026 | 8:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 10:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2031 · IC 2728 | 9:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 10:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9303 | 9:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 9:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2322 | 9:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 10:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2831 · IC 3028 | 9:20 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 10:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ECD 9527+ SPR 8226 | 9:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h47 | 10:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4028 | 9:24 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 10:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4028 | 9:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 10:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2033 · IC 2730 | 9:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 10:49 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 2224 | 9:41 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 10:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2833 · IC 3030 | 9:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 11:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ICD 2429 · SPR 8228 | 9:52 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h47 | 10:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4030 | 9:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 11:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4030 | 9:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 11:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2035 · IC 2732 | 10:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 11:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9309 | 10:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 10:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2326 | 10:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 11:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4032 | 10:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 11:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4034 | 10:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 12:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9315 | 11:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 11:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4036 | 11:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 12:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2841 · IC 3038 | 11:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 13:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ICD 2437 · SPR 8236 | 11:52 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h47 | 12:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4038 | 11:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 13:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4038 | 11:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 13:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2043 · IC 2740 | 12:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 13:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 2334 | 12:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h20 | 13:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2334 · SPR 8238+ ECD 9539 | 12:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h04 | 13:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
9321 | 12:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 12:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2334 | 12:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 13:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4040 | 12:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 13:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9329 | 13:37 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 14:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9937 | 14:37 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 15:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9439 | 15:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 15:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9339 | 15:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 15:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9351 | 17:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 17:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2865 · IC 3062 | 17:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 19:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3569 · SPR 8262 | 17:50 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h19 | 19:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ICD 2461 · SPR 8260 | 17:52 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h47 | 18:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4062 | 17:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 19:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3569 · SPR 8262 | 17:56 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 19:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4062 | 17:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 19:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2067 · IC 2764 | 18:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 19:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 2358 | 18:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h20 | 19:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2358+ ECD 9563+ SPR 8262 | 18:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h04 | 19:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
9357 | 18:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 18:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9457 | 18:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 18:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2358 | 18:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 19:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4064 | 18:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h13 | 19:42 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9363 | 19:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 19:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9369 | 20:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 20:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9375 | 21:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 21:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9381 | 22:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 22:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9387 | 23:07 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h43 | 23:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
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IC 2382 | 0:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h20 | 1:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2382 | 0:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 1:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2891 · IC 1405 | 0:20 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h24 | 1:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4089 · IC 2284 | 0:28 Rotterdam Noord | 1h27 | 1:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4088 · IC 2893 · IC 1409 | 0:29 Rotterdam Noord | 2h15 | 2:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 2284 | 0:35 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h20 | 1:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2284 | 0:41 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 1:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2283 · IC 21415 · IC 21425+ NT 32711 | 0:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h20 | 3:14 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
SPR 4091 · IC 1410 | 0:58 Rotterdam Noord | 2h19 | 3:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 5186 · IC 1410 | 1:01 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h16 | 3:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 1406 | 1:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 2:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2893 · IC 1409 | 1:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h39 | 2:44 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 1410 | 2:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 3:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1414 | 3:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 4:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1418 | 4:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 5:16 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1422 | 5:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 6:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2208 | 5:41 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 6:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5110 · IC 2310 | 6:01 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h24 | 7:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 2310 | 6:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 7:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2819 · IC 3016 | 6:20 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 7:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4016 | 6:24 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 7:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4016 | 6:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 7:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2212 | 6:35 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h20 | 7:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2212 | 6:41 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 7:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4018 | 6:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 8:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4020 | 7:29 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 8:41 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2825 · IC 3022 | 7:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 9:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4022 | 7:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 9:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3529 · SPR 8222 | 7:56 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 9:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 4022 | 7:59 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 9:11 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2318 | 8:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h20 | 9:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2318+ ECD 9523+ SPR 8222 | 8:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h04 | 9:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 2318 | 8:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 9:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
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World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, showing major paintings, drawings and letters that trace his life and artistic development.
Canal house museum where Anne Frank hid during the war, offering a powerful, carefully presented insight into her story.
Historic canal district ideal for walking, lined with gabled houses, bridges, houseboats and classic waterside city views.
Lively former working-class neighbourhood with independent shops, markets, brown cafés and scenic canals popular with locals.
Large city park with broad lawns, ponds, open-air performances and relaxed paths for walking, cycling and people-watching.
Deep-fried cod or white fish in a light batter, a Dutch seaside classic popular in Amsterdam markets and fish shops.
Raw salted herring, often served with chopped onion and pickles. It is a longstanding Dutch street-food tradition.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found in traditional pancake houses.
Traditional tasting room near the centre, ideal for sampling jenever and Dutch liqueurs in a historic wooden interior.
Long-running canal-side restaurant serving refined Dutch and French-influenced cooking in an elegant, relaxed atmosphere.
Popular fish specialist for Dutch seafood classics including herring and kibbeling, with a smart but casual feel.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European city breaks, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though public transport and casual food remain manageable for most visitors.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Amsterdam trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Amsterdam 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 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.
Amsterdam 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: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid 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 As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk 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 Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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