- Must visit
Nationaal Jenevermuseum Schiedam
Museum on Dutch gin, distilling and Schiedam industry, with historic equipment and clear context on the town’s identity.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £3
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £3
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 4 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 4 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 6 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Schiedam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Schiedam will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 1 trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 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.
7:45 0h04 Rotterdam 7:49 Schiedam £3 1 One-way 0 changes
7:45 0h04 Rotterdam 7:49 Schiedam £3 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Schiedam
NetherlandsNetherlands
Trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 6 km distance in 10m.
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
Distance 6 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Rotterdam to Schiedam trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Schiedam.
The cost of a train ticket from Rotterdam to Schiedam can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The train journey from Rotterdam to Schiedam covers a distance of 6 km and takes approximately 10m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Rotterdam to Schiedam is 6 km.
The first train from Rotterdam to Schiedam leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Rotterdam to Schiedam departs at 23:58.
Trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Rotterdam and Schiedam. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by NS Domestic, NS | BUS.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Schiedam train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Schiedam trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 Rotterdam | 0h04 | 7:49 Schiedam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: NS Domestic, NS | BUS from Rotterdam to Schiedam trainsNS Domestic, NS | BUS trains will get you between Rotterdam and Schiedam from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS Domestic
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
10m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
£3
NS Domestic frequency
3 a day
NS | BUS
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS | BUS Duration
18m
Cheapest NS | BUS Price
£3
NS | BUS frequency
1 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Rotterdam and Schiedam
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rotterdam to Schiedam.
There is no night train service from Rotterdam to Schiedam.
Complete guide to Schiedam
Things to do in Schiedam
Discover the best of Schiedam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schiedam trip today.
- Recommended
Stedelijk Museum Schiedam
City museum in a former guest house, presenting Schiedam history, fine art and changing exhibitions in a refined historic setting.
- Recommended
Museummolen De Walvisch
Compact museum about Schiedam’s windmills and milling history, housed inside a monumental mill in the historic centre.
- Must visit
Lange Haven
Elegant canal street with merchant houses, bridges and waterside views. Ideal for a relaxed walk through historic Schiedam.
- Recommended
Noordvest
One of the city’s best walking routes, lined with tall mills, canals and historic buildings that show Schiedam’s industrial past.
- Recommended
Grote Markt
Central square framed by historic buildings and terraces, useful for orientation and a convenient base for sightseeing on foot.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Jenever
A juniper-flavoured Dutch spirit strongly tied to Schiedam, long known for its historic distilleries and malt wine production.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Oude jenever
A richer, often oak-aged style of jenever made with more malt wine. Schiedam is one of the best places to try this traditional Dutch spirit.
Kopstoot
A small glass of jenever served with a beer chaser. This classic Dutch pairing is a traditional drinking ritual in Schiedam cafés.
Jeneverie 't Spul
Well-known distillery venue serving jenever tastings and Dutch dishes in a historic setting linked to Schiedam’s gin heritage.
Hamachi
Stylish waterside restaurant in Schiedam with modern European cooking, strong seafood dishes and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
De Nolet
Popular local restaurant in the old centre with French and Dutch influences, set in a historic building with a cosy atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Randstad: dining and hotels cost a bit less than Amsterdam, while local public transport and coffee are still typically Dutch-priced.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
Plan your visit to Schiedam
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Schiedam.
The train journey from Rotterdam to Schiedam is short and primarily urban, passing through industrial zones and cityscapes rather than scenic countryside.
FAQs: Rotterdam to Schiedam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Schiedam 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 Schiedam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Rotterdam to Schiedam.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Schiedam
Most Rotterdam to Schiedam trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Schiedam Centrum station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Schiedam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Rotterdam
Arrival train stations in Schiedam
Which Rotterdam station do trains to Schiedam leave from?
Trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam leave from Rotterdam Centraal. The station is 1 km from Rotterdam city centre at Stationsplein 1, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Rotterdam CentraalStationsplein 1, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands+31 302357822
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
BusStopbus ipv trein · 9m
4 · 10m · £2
Rotterdam Centraal 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 and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam BlaakBlaak 1, 3011 TA Rotterdam, Netherlands+31 30 235 7822
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotterdam Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
TrainSprinter, Intercity · 3m · £1 · every ~16 min
Tram1, 11 · 6m · £1 · every ~14 min
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Rotterdam AlexanderKleine Beer 601, Rotterdam, 3067 ZW, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Rotterdam Alexander from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIntercity, Sprinter · 8m · £1 · every ~12 min
BusStopbus ipv trein, Taxibus ipv trein · 17m · every ~2 min
5 · 36m · £4
SubwayMetro ipv trein · 17m · £2 · every ~4 min
Rotterdam Alexander train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Alexander 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
Which Schiedam station do trains from Rotterdam arrive at?
Trains from Rotterdam to Schiedam arrive at Schiedam Centrum. Schiedam Centrum is 1 km from Schiedam city centre.
Schiedam CentrumStationsplein 1, 3112 HJ Schiedam, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155
City-centre transport
Getting to Schiedam Centrum from Schiedam city centre
Schiedam Centrum is 1 km from Schiedam city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus126 · 14m · £2 · every ~2 min
Tram1, 11 · 9m · £1 · every ~14 min
SubwayC · 2m · £1 · every ~11 min
Schiedam Centrum train station facilities and services
Schiedam 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Noordmolen, Brasserie Stadhuis
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schiedam Centrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Schiedam Centrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schiedam Centrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Schiedam Centrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiedam Centrum: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel Rotterdam-Schiedam, Hotel De Sluiskop, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam-Blijdorp.
Train stations for Rotterdam to Schiedam
Check train stations information for Rotterdam and Schiedam, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Rotterdam that goes to Schiedam is Rotterdam Centraal, and it arrives at Schiedam Centrum.
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