How much does a train ticket cost from Utrecht to Rotterdam?

The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Rotterdam start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Rotterdam?

The average train journey time from Utrecht to Rotterdam is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 30 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 36m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen .

Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Rotterdam route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1441 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Utrecht to Rotterdam?

The earliest train from Utrecht to Rotterdam departs at 00:02. And the latest train departs at 23:56.

Train Utrecht to Rotterdam from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Utrecht to Rotterdam on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:24	Vleuten	1h 9m	07:33	Rotterdam North	Cheapest
Train	09:47	Utrecht Central Station	38m	10:25	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Train	06:18	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Train Station	1h 15m	07:33	Rotterdam North	No tags
Train	06:18	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Train Station	1h 15m	07:33	Rotterdam North	No tags
Train	06:48	Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Train Station	1h 15m	08:03	Rotterdam North	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:41 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Utrecht to Rotterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage duration

30 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £22	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £28	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Utrecht and Rotterdam?

Utrecht

A
Utrecht Central Station
Stationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
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B
Jaarbusplein Bus Station
Jaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
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Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum

Train Companies

NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.3

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen ticket prices on this trip start at £18

NL train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utrecht to Rotterdam by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Utrecht to Rotterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Rotterdam start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Rotterdam?
The average train journey time from Utrecht to Rotterdam is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 30 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 36m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Rotterdam route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1441 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Utrecht to Rotterdam?
The earliest train from Utrecht to Rotterdam departs at 00:02. And the latest train departs at 23:56.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Utrecht to Rotterdam was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Utrecht to Rotterdam as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £26 for a train ticket from Utrecht to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-17.