How to get to Venlo from Rotterdam

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Compare coach and train for Rotterdam to Venlo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Venlo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 132 km

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Compare ways to travel from Rotterdam to Venlo

Compare the available ways to get from Rotterdam to Venlo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venlo is a coach with an average price of £13.

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

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Venlo costing on average £26.

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venlo is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Venlo take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rotterdam and Venlo including taking a coach and train.

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from Rotterdam to Venlo

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

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

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Best day trips from Venlo by train

The most popular day trips by train from Venlo are Maastricht, Eindhoven, Nijmegen, Mönchengladbach and Roermond. 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.

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.

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.

A view of Mönchengladbach

Day trip from Venlo to Mönchengladbach by train

Why visit Mönchengladbach for the day?

Mönchengladbach is best known for Borussia Mönchengladbach and its roots in the textile industry. Parks, Schloss Rheydt and a practical Rhineland atmosphere give the city a grounded, everyday character.

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.

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FAQs: Rotterdam to Venlo

Travel to Venlo 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 Rotterdam to Venlo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rotterdam and Venlo including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venlo is a coach with an average price of £13.

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

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Venlo costing on average £26.

The fastest way to travel from Rotterdam to Venlo is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Venlo take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 11m.

The Rotterdam to Venlo distance is approximately 132 km.
The average frequency per day from Rotterdam to Venlo is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rotterdam to Venlo:
  • Trains mostly depart from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Venlo station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) and arrive in Venlo, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rotterdam to Venlo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Venlo by coach.
  • Travel with NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Arriva NS, R-net Qbuzz to go to Venlo by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rotterdam to Venlo with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 5 direct trains per day with NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel.
Omio customers who travel from Rotterdam to Venlo often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Eindhoven, Cologne, The Hague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venlo and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Rotterdam to Venlo, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
To explore Venlo's key attractions, such as the Limburgs Museum, the Maas riverfront, and local markets, a two-day visit is ideal.

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