Rotterdam to Venlo train with NS Domestic

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Venlo

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Oct

Cheapest price on 16 Oct

£27

Average ticket price on 16 Oct

£27

Fastest journey on 16 Oct

1 h 43 m

Average journey duration on 16 Oct

1 h 43 m

Trains on 16 Oct

100

Distance

132 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Venlo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rotterdam to Venlo will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

On Fri 16 Oct, we found 100 trains from Rotterdam to Venlo, including 31 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.

  • NS DomesticIC 3531
    8:203h05
    Rotterdam Blaak
    11:25Blerick
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • NS DomesticIC 2322 · IC 1131 · IC 3529
    9:051h50
    Rotterdam Blaak
    10:55Blerick
    £271One-way
    2 changes
  • NS DomesticIC 3529
    7:503h05
    Rotterdam Blaak
    10:55Blerick
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • NS DomesticIC 2220 · IC 1129 · IC 3527
    8:351h50
    Rotterdam Blaak
    10:25Blerick
    £271One-way
    2 changes
  • NS DomesticIC 3533
    8:503h05
    Rotterdam Blaak
    11:55Blerick
    £271One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Venlo

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Trains from Rotterdam to Venlo run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 35m.

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
132 km
Average train duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
29
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 35m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
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

Live departures

Rotterdam to Venlo train times

The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Venlo trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
NS DomesticSPR 5108 · IC 1117 · IC 35155:31 Rotterdam Blaak
1h57
7:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticSPR 5108 · IC 1117 · IC 35155:31 Rotterdam Blaak
1h54
7:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1117 · IC 35155:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
7:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 2310 · IC 1119 · IC 35176:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
7:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2310 · IC 1119 · IC 35176:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
7:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1119 · IC 35176:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
7:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 2212 · IC 1121 · IC 35196:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
8:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2212 · IC 1121 · IC 35196:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
8:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1121 · IC 35196:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
8:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 35256:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
9:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 35256:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
9:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2314 · IC 1123 · IC 35217:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
8:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2314 · IC 1123 · IC 35217:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
8:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1123 · IC 35217:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
8:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 2216 · IC 1125 · IC 35237:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
9:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2216 · IC 1125 · IC 35237:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
9:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1125 · IC 35237:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
9:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 35297:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
10:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 35297:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
10:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2318 · IC 1127 · IC 35258:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
9:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2318 · IC 1127 · IC 35258:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
9:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1127 · IC 35258:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
9:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 35318:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
11:25 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 35318:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
11:28 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2220 · IC 1129 · IC 35278:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
10:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2220 · IC 1129 · IC 35278:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
10:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1129 · IC 35278:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
10:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 35338:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
11:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 35338:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
11:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2322 · IC 1131 · IC 35299:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
10:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2322 · IC 1131 · IC 35299:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
10:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1131 · IC 35299:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
10:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1133 · IC 35319:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
11:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1135 · IC 353310:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
11:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1149 · IC 354713:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
15:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1151 · IC 354914:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
15:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1153 · IC 355114:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
16:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 355714:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
17:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 355714:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
17:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 1155 · IC 355315:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
16:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 355915:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
18:28 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 355915:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
18:25 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 1157 · IC 355515:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
17:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 356115:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
18:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 356115:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
18:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2350 · IC 1159 · IC 355716:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
17:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2350 · IC 1159 · IC 355716:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
17:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1159 · IC 355716:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
17:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 356316:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
19:28 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 356316:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
19:25 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2252 · IC 1161 · IC 355916:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
18:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2252 · IC 1161 · IC 355916:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
18:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1161 · IC 355916:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
18:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 356516:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
19:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 356516:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
19:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2354 · IC 1163 · IC 356117:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
18:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2354 · IC 1163 · IC 356117:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
18:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1163 · IC 356117:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
18:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 2256 · IC 1165 · IC 356317:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
19:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2256 · IC 1165 · IC 356317:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
19:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1165 · IC 356317:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
19:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 356917:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
20:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 356917:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
20:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2358 · IC 1167 · IC 356518:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
19:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2358 · IC 1167 · IC 356518:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
19:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1167 · IC 356518:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
19:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 357118:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
21:25 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 357118:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
21:28 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2260 · IC 1169 · IC 356718:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
20:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2260 · IC 1169 · IC 356718:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
20:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1169 · IC 356718:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
20:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 357318:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
21:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 357318:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
21:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2362 · IC 1171 · IC 356919:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
20:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2362 · IC 1171 · IC 356919:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
20:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1171 · IC 356919:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
20:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 357519:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
22:28 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 357519:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
22:25 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2264 · IC 1173 · IC 357119:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
21:25 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2264 · IC 1173 · IC 357119:35 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
21:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1173 · IC 357119:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
21:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 357719:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
22:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 357719:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
22:58 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2366 · IC 1175 · IC 357320:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
21:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2366 · IC 1175 · IC 357320:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h53
21:58 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1175 · IC 357320:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
21:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticSPR 5068 · ICD 1866 · IC 3670 · IC 357520:15 Rotterdam Blaak
2h10
22:25 Blerick3 changes
NS DomesticSPR 5068 · ICD 1866 · IC 3670 · IC 357520:15 Rotterdam Blaak
2h13
22:28 Venlo station3 changes
NS DomesticIC 357920:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
23:25 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 357920:20 Rotterdam Blaak
3h08
23:28 Venlo station0 changesdirect
NS DomesticICD 1866 · IC 3670 · IC 357520:23 Rotterdam Centraal
2h05
22:28 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 2268 · IC 1177 · IC 2977+Arriva NSST 3228220:35 Rotterdam Blaak
2h22
22:57 Venlo station3 changes
NS DomesticIC 1177 · IC 2977+Arriva NSST 3228220:45 Rotterdam Centraal
2h12
22:57 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 358120:50 Rotterdam Blaak
3h05
23:55 Blerick0 changesdirect
NS DomesticIC 2370 · IC 1179 · IC 357721:05 Rotterdam Blaak
1h50
22:55 Blerick2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1179 · IC 357721:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
22:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1181 · IC 357921:45 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
23:28 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1183 · IC 358122:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
23:58 Venlo station1 change
NS DomesticIC 1185 · IC 2985+Arriva NSST 3229022:45 Rotterdam Centraal
2h12
0:57 Venlo station2 changes
NS DomesticIC 1187 · IC 358523:15 Rotterdam Centraal
1h43
0:58 Venlo station1 change

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Train companies: NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Arriva NS, R-net Qbuzz from Rotterdam to Venlo trainsNS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Arriva NS, R-net Qbuzz trains will get you between Rotterdam and Venlo from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

NS International | IC Brussel

About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The \IC Brussel\" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS International | IC Brussel Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest NS International | IC Brussel Price
£25
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
40 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£25
Intercity frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Intercity

NS Domestic

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
£3
NS Domestic frequency
17 a day

Arriva NS

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Arriva NS Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Arriva NS Price
£27
Arriva NS frequency
3 a day

R-net Qbuzz

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average R-net Qbuzz Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest R-net Qbuzz Price
£27
R-net Qbuzz frequency
2 a day

Complete guide to Venlo

Things to do in Venlo

Discover the best of Venlo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venlo trip today.

  • Must visit

Limburgs Museum

Main museum for art, culture and history in North Limburg, with varied exhibitions and a strong focus on the region and contemporary themes.

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  • Recommended

Missiemuseum Steyl

Museum in the former Mission House of St Michael, showing ethnographic objects, mission history and changing global perspectives.

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  • Recommended

Museum van Bommel van Dam

Museum and gallery space in Tegelen exploring local ceramic heritage through historic kilns, craft displays and changing exhibitions.

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Euro (€)

Venlo is moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Amsterdam, while local transport and cafés are broadly in line with other Dutch regional cities.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.

Best day trips from Venlo by train

The most popular day trips by train from Venlo are Maastricht, Eindhoven, Nijmegen, Roermond and Utrecht. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Venlo on Omio.

A view of Maastricht

Day trip from Venlo to Maastricht by train

Why visit Maastricht for the day?

Maastricht is known for its Roman past, medieval churches and graceful squares in the far south of the Netherlands. Split by the River Maas, it has a warm, Burgundian feel shaped by Dutch, Belgian and German influences.

How to get from Venlo to Maastricht by train?

The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 55m.

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A view of Eindhoven

Day trip from Venlo to Eindhoven by train

Why visit Eindhoven for the day?

Eindhoven is known for design, technology and its Philips past, giving it a modern, creative feel. Former industrial areas, contemporary architecture and a lively student scene shape the city’s character.

How to get from Venlo to Eindhoven by train?

There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 33m.

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A view of Nijmegen

Day trip from Venlo to Nijmegen by train

Why visit Nijmegen for the day?

Nijmegen is the Netherlands' oldest city, known for Roman history, a lively student scene and its setting on the River Waal. Historic streets, green parks and busy cafés give it an easy-going character.

How to get from Venlo to Nijmegen by train?

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 48m.

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A view of Roermond

Day trip from Venlo to Roermond by train

Why visit Roermond for the day?

Roermond is a compact Limburg city known for its designer outlet, historic centre and waterside setting. Gothic churches, pleasant squares and the nearby Maasplassen give it a relaxed mix of shopping, culture and outdoor life.

How to get from Venlo to Roermond by train?

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 23m.

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A view of Utrecht

Day trip from Venlo to Utrecht by train

Why visit Utrecht for the day?

Utrecht is known for its canal wharves, medieval centre and the Dom Tower above a lively old city. Its large student population gives historic streets, cafés and museums an energetic but relaxed feel.

How to get from Venlo to Utrecht by train?

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 22m.

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FAQs: Rotterdam to Venlo train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Venlo 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 Venlo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Rotterdam to Venlo can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Rotterdam to Venlo covers a distance of 132 km and takes approximately 1h 35m. Trains run 29 per day.
The train distance from Rotterdam to Venlo is 132 km.
The first train from Rotterdam to Venlo leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Rotterdam to Venlo departs at 23:58.
Trains from Rotterdam to Venlo run approximately 29 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rotterdam to Venlo.
Yes, there is a direct train between Rotterdam and Venlo. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by NS International | IC Brussel.
There is no night train service from Rotterdam to Venlo.
The train station in Rotterdam that goes to Venlo is Rotterdam Centraal, and it arrives at Venlo station.
Booking trains from Rotterdam to Venlo in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Rotterdam to Venlo offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Dutch countryside, small towns, and waterways, making it a pleasant and moderately scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Rotterdam to Venlo.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Venlo

Most Rotterdam to Venlo trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Venlo station pair, with some services arriving at Blerick. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Venlo 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 Venlo

Which Rotterdam station do trains to Venlo leave from?

Trains from Rotterdam to Venlo 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 302357822WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

More about Rotterdam Centraal
Rotterdam BlaakBlaak 1, 3011 TA Rotterdam, Netherlands+31 30 235 7822WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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.

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City-centre transport

Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre

Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSprinter · 5m · £1 · every ~4 min
BusStopbus ipv trein · 11m
Tram4, 6 · 12m · £2 · every ~14 min

Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services

Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.

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