How to get to Rotterdam from Lisbon

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Compare train, coach and flight for Lisbon to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.8 - 4.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £120, while a flight costs an average of £387.

Distance: 1807 km

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£120

Average Price

Cheapest

£387

Average Price

£480

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(fuel + tolls)

32h 22m

Average total duration

31h 52m

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30m

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5h 59m

Average total duration

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3h 59m

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2h 0m

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20h 37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.8 - 4.5kg

CO2 emissions

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5.4 - 10.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Rotterdam is a coach with an average price of £120.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Rotterdam:

A coach is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Rotterdam costing on average £387.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Coach takes on average 32h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Rotterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £120 compared to roughly £480 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £359. The journey takes 31h 52m versus 20h 37m 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.

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from Lisbon to Rotterdam

How to get to Rotterdam from Lisbon by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Lisbon to Rotterdam is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3162 · 83134
    9:4535h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    22:20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    £741One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3162 · 83134
    9:4535h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    22:20Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
    £741One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 1301
    11:152h40
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    14:55Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    £1991One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    14:1039h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    6:45Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    £1261One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:2035h25
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    20:45Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:0538h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    21:40Rotterdam, Zuidplein
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • TAP PortugalTP6766
    19:552h45
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    23:40Brussels Airport
    £1861One-way
    0 changes
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3820
    19:552h45
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    23:40Brussels Airport
    £2071One-way
    0 changes
  • RyanairFR 3609
    17:202h40
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    21:00Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    £2081One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Lisbon to Rotterdam

Travel to Rotterdam easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lisbon to Rotterdam.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Rotterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Rotterdam is a coach with an average price of £120.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Rotterdam:

A coach is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Rotterdam costing on average £387.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Coach takes on average 32h 22m.

The Lisbon to Rotterdam distance is approximately 1807 km.
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 64 flights per day.
  • Around 17 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and Rotterdam as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Rotterdam:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Icelandair, Air Europa, Swiss, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, British Airways, TAP Portugal, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Rotterdam by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Rotterdam by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lisbon to Rotterdam:
  • 11 direct flights per day with Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, TAP Portugal, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lisbon to Rotterdam, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy an exciting Spido Harbor Tour for views of the bustling port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven with its charming canals and quaint shops. For a vibrant atmosphere, Witte de Withstraat offers an eclectic mix of art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts can head to Kralingse Bos for walking, cycling, and picnicking. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the architecturally impressive Markthal, the unique Cube Houses, and Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, which features diverse artworks. The Euromast observation tower provides sweeping views of the city.
For an enriching experience in Rotterdam, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Markthal, the Cube Houses, and the Maritime Museum, while also enjoying its vibrant culinary scene and modern architecture.

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