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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on 23 Oct
£53
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£94
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
5 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
5 h 40 m
Trains on 23 Oct
25
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Rotterdam will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Stuttgart to Rotterdam you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 1014 · ICE 1022 · 10610 · 20072
ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 3619 · ICD 1835
ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 3619 · IC 1126
ICE 616 · 10606 · 20068 · IC 3536
ICE 694 · ICE 204 · 10608 · 20070
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 2848
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 3056 · IC 2056
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 2858
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 10620 · 20082
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · 10612 · 20074Trains from Stuttgart to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 483 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 483 km |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Rotterdam trains for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 514 · 10630 · 20092 · IC 3584 | Delayed 15:52 17:51Stuttgart Hbf | 5h53 | 23:44 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
ICE 912 · ICE 120 · IC 2882 | Delayed 16:41 18:26Stuttgart Hbf | 5h44 | 0:10 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 592 · ICE 102 · ICE 528 · 20094 | On time 18:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h07 | 0:56 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
| Friday 23 October | |||||
ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 3619 · ICD 1835 | 0:54 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h43 | 9:37 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 3619 · IC 1126 | 0:54 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h51 | 9:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 618 · 10602 · 20064 · IC 3528 | 2:24 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h21 | 9:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
ICE 616 · 10606 · 20068 · IC 3536 | 5:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 11:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
ICE 1014 · ICE 220 · IC 3631 · ICD 1847 | On time 6:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h11 | 12:37 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 1014 · ICE 1022 · 10610 · 20072 | On time 6:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h19 | 13:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 1014 · ICE 220 · IC 28434 | On time 6:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h13 | 12:39 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · ICE 316 · ECD 9543 | On time 6:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h28 | 13:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · ICE 204 · 10608 · 20070 | On time 6:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 12:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 614 · 10610 · 20072 · IC 3544 | 7:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 13:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 128 · IC 28442 | On time 8:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h13 | 14:39 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · 10614 · 20076 | On time 8:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h19 | 15:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 1012 · ICE 128 · IC 3639 · ICD 1855 | On time 8:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h11 | 14:37 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · 10612 · 20074 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 14:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 612 · IC 1947 · 10616 · 20078 | 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h55 | 16:44 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 2848 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h14 | 15:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 124 · IC 2856 | On time 10:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h14 | 17:40 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 2858 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h44 | 18:10 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 918 · ICE 228 · 10622 · 20084 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h18 | 19:44 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 3056 · IC 2056 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h29 | 17:55 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 3655 · ICD 1871 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h11 | 18:37 Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 28458 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h13 | 18:39 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ICE 918 · ICE 228 · 10622 · 20084 | On time 12:26 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h19 | 19:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 10620 · 20082 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h55 | 18:44 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 10620 · 20082 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 18:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
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Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.
Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.
Lively market hall with dramatic ceiling artwork and striking horseshoe design. Worth visiting for the architecture and central location alone.
Waterside district with converted warehouses, historic ships and broad views. Pleasant for walking and seeing Rotterdam’s maritime character.
Historic harbour area transformed into a cultural quarter with quayside walks, architecture and river views. Good for a relaxed local-style stroll.
Raw herring served with onion and pickles. A classic Dutch street snack, widely eaten in Rotterdam and across the country, especially from fish stalls.
Small fried cod pieces, usually served with garlic or tartare sauce. A beloved Dutch fish snack commonly found at markets and harbours.
Crisp potato chips topped with mayonnaise, peanut sauce and chopped onion. This Dutch fast-food favourite is a familiar late-night choice in Rotterdam.
Refined dining with seasonal menus and polished service in an elegant riverside setting at Hotel New York.
Bustling Market Hall food venue known for excellent seafood, oysters and shellfish in a lively modern setting.
Popular food hall with varied local and international stalls, ideal for trying Dutch snacks in a casual central atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Most Stuttgart to Rotterdam trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Alexander. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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 Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
Rotterdam Zuid is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Hef, Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Zuid.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid, Art Hotel Rotterdam, Hotel New York.
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