- Must visit
Grand Curtius
Archaeology and decorative arts museum in a former palace, with notable collections spanning regional history and applied arts.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£35
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
2 h 51 m
Trains on 16 Oct
5
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Liège is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Liège will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 5 trains from Rotterdam to Liège, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.










Trains from Rotterdam to Liège run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 23:45 |
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The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Liège trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9388+ 520 | 19:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 3h01 | 22:59 Liège-Guillemins | 1 change | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
![]() | 6:10 Rotterdam | 2h49 | 8:59 Liège | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:10 Rotterdam | 2h49 | 9:59 Liège | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 Rotterdam | 3h05 | 11:50 Liège | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Rotterdam | 2h44 | 11:59 Liège | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Rotterdam | 2h49 | 12:59 Liège | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Liège 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 Liège, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Liège trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Liège-Guillemins station pair, with some services arriving at Liège-Jonfosse. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Liège 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.
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Liège-Palais is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
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