The cheapest and fastest buses from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 15 buses that leave Rotterdam Centraal for Amsterdam Centraal on Wed, Feb 04, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 59 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 58 km
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:35 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 1:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1657 | 2:02 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h59 | 3:01 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 3:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 9:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h45 | 8:35 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 9:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h35 | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 5:05 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 6:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h25 | 7:35 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 8:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 11:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal
Buses from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 58 km distance in 45m.
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam CentraalYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Centraal by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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