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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, while a flight costs an average of £300.
Distance: 530 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price Cheapest | £300 Average Price | £80 Average Price | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 39m Average total duration 15h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Rotterdam:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Rotterdam costing on average £80.
A coach is £228 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cardiff to Rotterdam costing on average £300.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 23m.
Coach takes on average 15h 39m.
Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£14. The journey takes 15h 9m versus 8h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Rotterdam from Cardiff by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Rotterdam is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Rotterdam are The Hague, Amsterdam, Utrecht, Delft and Leiden. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rotterdam on Omio.
The Hague is known as the seat of the Dutch government and a centre of international law. Its elegant streets, notable museums and the beach at Scheveningen give the city a formal yet relaxed character.
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
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.
Delft is known for its blue-and-white pottery, canal-lined old centre and its connection to Vermeer. Historic churches and a strong TU Delft student presence give the city a calm but lively character.
Leiden is a compact canal city shaped by its historic university, museums and links to Rembrandt. Its gabled streets, courtyards and calm waters give it an academic, lived-in character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Rotterdam:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Rotterdam costing on average £80.
A coach is £228 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cardiff to Rotterdam costing on average £300.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 23m.
Coach takes on average 15h 39m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Rotterdam as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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