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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £49, while a flight costs an average of £182.
Distance: 432 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £182 Average Price | £59 Average Price | £182 Average Price | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 4m Average total duration 14h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 11h 48m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Sheffield to Rotterdam, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Rotterdam:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sheffield to Rotterdam costing on average £59.
A train is £134 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Sheffield to Rotterdam costing on average £182.
A train is £134 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sheffield to Rotterdam costing on average £182.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 7m.
Ferry takes on average 12h 48m.
Coach takes on average 15h 4m.
The journey is about 2h 57m faster (5h 37m by train vs 8h 34m by car) and roughly £18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£49 vs £67). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Rotterdam from Sheffield by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Sheffield to Rotterdam is by taking a flight 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 Sheffield to Rotterdam.
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Rotterdam:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sheffield to Rotterdam costing on average £59.
A train is £134 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Sheffield to Rotterdam costing on average £182.
A train is £134 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sheffield to Rotterdam costing on average £182.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 7m.
Ferry takes on average 12h 48m.
Coach takes on average 15h 4m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sheffield and Rotterdam as scheduled services by train, coach, flight and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.
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