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Stedelijk Museum Breda
Main city museum covering Breda’s history, visual culture and the Nassau story. A strong starting point for understanding the city.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Breda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Breda will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sat 07 Nov, we found 10 trains from Rotterdam to Breda, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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 Breda run on average 24 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 21m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Breda.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Breda trains for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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SPR 4063+ EC 9256 | 17:58 Rotterdam Noord | 0h36 | 18:34 Breda station | 1 change | |
SPR 4065 · IC 1169 | 18:28 Rotterdam Noord | 0h39 | 19:07 Breda station | 1 change | |
SPR 4067+ EC 9260 | 18:58 Rotterdam Noord | 0h36 | 19:34 Breda station | 1 change | |
SPR 4069 · IC 1173 | 19:28 Rotterdam Noord | 0h39 | 20:07 Breda station | 1 change | |
SPR 4071+ EC 9264 | 19:58 Rotterdam Noord | 0h36 | 20:34 Breda station | 1 change | |
IC 2382 · IC 1191 | 0:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 0h32 | 0:37 Breda station | 1 change | |
IC 1191 | 0:15 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h22 | 0:37 Breda station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2381 · SPR 6690 | 0:21 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 1:03 Breda station | 1 change | |
IC 2381 · SPR 6690 | 0:24 Rotterdam Blaak | 0h39 | 1:03 Breda station | 1 change | |
SPR 4089 · IC 21415 | 0:28 Rotterdam Noord | 1h12 | 1:40 Breda station | 1 change | |
IC 2283 · IC 21415 | 0:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 0h46 | 1:40 Breda station | 1 change | |
IC 21415 | 1:03 Rotterdam Centraal | 0h37 | 1:40 Breda station | 0 changesdirect | |
BST 933014 · SPR 6620 | 5:50 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h32 | 7:22 Breda station | 1 change | |
BST 933016 · SPR 6622 | 6:11 Rotterdam Centraal | 1h41 | 7:52 Breda station | 1 change | |
BST 933016 · SPR 6622 | 6:20 Rotterdam Blaak | 1h32 | 7:52 Breda station | 1 change | |
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Main city museum covering Breda’s history, visual culture and the Nassau story. A strong starting point for understanding the city.
Museum in the Begijnhof exploring the life of the beguines through furnished rooms and local history displays in an intimate setting.
Compact museum in the Spanjaardsgat area focused on General Maczek and the Polish role in the liberation of Breda during the Second World War.
Historic square beside the Grote Kerk with terraces, old façades and frequent events. It is the classic meeting point in central Breda.
Picturesque old harbour lined with historic buildings and waterside walks. One of the most photogenic places for a central stroll.
Large city park with lakes, lawns and woodland paths. Ideal for a relaxed walk, picnic or break from the busy historic centre.
A soft white bread roll filled with warm ragout, usually chicken or veal. A classic Dutch snack found in cafés and lunchrooms across Breda and Brabant.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in dark beer and gingerbread. Deeply rooted in Brabant home cooking and popular in traditional pubs.
Rich tomato soup with vegetables and small beef meatballs. A familiar Dutch family dish often served as a starter in Brabant homes and cafés.
Popular brewery café with house beers and hearty dishes. A good place to try local brewing culture in an informal traditional atmosphere.
Stylish city-centre restaurant known for modern French and Dutch cooking, with a polished but relaxed atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Well-known Breda spot for quality seafood and classic bistro dishes in an elegant yet approachable setting near the historic centre.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are not cheap, but Breda is often slightly cheaper than Amsterdam or Utrecht. Public transport and casual meals are manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis often get the fare rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Breda 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 Breda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Breda trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Breda station pair, with some services arriving at Breda-Prinsenbeek. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Breda 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.
Breda is 1 km from Breda city centre. Public transport options include:
Breda has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Con Fuego, De Colonie Breda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Breda. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Breda. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Breda: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Breda: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Breda: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nassau Breda, Apollo Hotel Breda City Centre, Golden Tulip Keyser Breda.
Breda-Prinsenbeek is 4 km from Breda city centre. Public transport options include:
Breda-Prinsenbeek has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
ATMs are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
Available at Breda-Prinsenbeek: Parking.
Available at Breda-Prinsenbeek: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
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