The cheapest and fastest buses from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Antwerp will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 27 buses that leave Rotterdam for Antwerp on Sun, Dec 21, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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 to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 78 km
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Rotterdam to Antwerp bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Antwerp buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:30 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h25 | 7:55 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h10 | 9:05 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h45 | 9:05 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h45 | 9:55 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h45 | 10:50 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 10:50 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h50 | 11:05 AM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h20 | 10:50 AM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50829 · 51112 | 10:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 6h10 | 4:25 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h05 | 1:25 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h30 | 1:25 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h45 | 2:15 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
83133 | 1:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 2:35 PM Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h05 | 4:45 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h30 | 4:45 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 4:55 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2h00 | 5:40 PM Antwerp, Linkeroever (Regatta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 5:15 PM Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h45 | 7:55 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 9:00 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h15 | 9:00 PM Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4744 | 8:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 9:30 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h55 | 10:25 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50828 | 8:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 10:15 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h30 | 10:10 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h25 | 10:25 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h30 | 10:35 PM Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Buses from Rotterdam to Antwerp run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 78 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 78 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, Lasta from Rotterdam to AntwerpYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Antwerp with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, Lasta for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Rotterdam, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Rotterdam, Zuidplein and Rotterdam Centraal. When arriving in Antwerp, you can end your route in coach stations like Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and Antwerp, Linkeroever (Regatta).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats), located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rotterdam to Antwerp
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 17, 30, 34, 36, 38, 39 Train: Antwerp Central Station
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