Train from Utrecht to Rotterdam: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Utrecht to Rotterdam on 1 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Vleuten
Rotterdam NorthCheapest
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Central Station
Rotterdam CentraalFastest
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Train Station
Rotterdam NorthNo tags
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Train Station
Rotterdam NorthNo tags
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Train Station
Rotterdam NorthNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Utrecht to Rotterdam

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 35mAverage duration
48 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£9 - £47Average duration4h 35m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£20 - £32Average duration1h 28m
1kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Rotterdam start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Rotterdam?

    The average train journey time from Utrecht to Rotterdam is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 46 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.

  3. Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Rotterdam route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1218 trains available per day.

  4. 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 23:58.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/04
£11
25/04
£11
Today
£11
27/04
No data
28/04
£10
29/04
£10
30/04
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01/05
£11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Utrecht to Rotterdam was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 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 £29 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 2026-04-28.

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