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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £57, while a coach costs an average of £93.
Distance: 529 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 58m Average total duration 17h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Rotterdam:
A train is £36 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liverpool to Rotterdam costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Coach takes on average 17h 58m.
Tickets start at around £93 compared to roughly £87 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.94. The journey takes 17h 28m versus 9h 30m 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 Liverpool by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Liverpool 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.
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 Liverpool to Rotterdam.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Rotterdam:
A train is £36 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liverpool to Rotterdam costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Coach takes on average 17h 58m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Rotterdam as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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