The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 28 trains that leave Antwerp-Central for Rotterdam Centraal on Tue, Jun 16, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
92198:45 AM1h05Antwerp-Central9:50 AMRotterdam Centraal€211One-way0 transfers
92239:45 AM1h05Antwerp-Central10:50 AMRotterdam Centraal€211One-way0 transfers
922710:45 AM1h05Antwerp-Central11:50 AMRotterdam Centraal€211One-way0 transfers
923111:45 AM1h05Antwerp-Central12:50 PMRotterdam Centraal€211One-way0 transfers
92678:45 PM1h05Antwerp-Central9:50 PMRotterdam Centraal€211One-way0 transfers
93038:30 AM0h32Antwerp-Central9:02 AMRotterdam Centraal€691One-way0 transfers
93291:00 PM0h32Antwerp-Central1:32 PMRotterdam Centraal€691One-way0 transfers
93099:30 AM0h32Antwerp-Central10:02 AMRotterdam Centraal€551One-way0 transfers
94636:30 PM0h32Antwerp-Central7:02 PMRotterdam Centraal€691One-way0 transfers
932111:30 AM0h32Antwerp-Central12:02 PMRotterdam Centraal€691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 79 km
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€28 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9321 | 11:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 12:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9539 | 11:35 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9231 | 11:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9329 | 1:00 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9339 | 2:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9439 | 2:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9351 | 4:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9463 | 6:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9363 | 6:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9369 | 7:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9571 | 7:35 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 8:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9263 | 7:45 PM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 8:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
453 | 8:02 PM Antwerp-Central | 1h15 | 9:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9375 | 8:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9575 | 8:35 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 9:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9267 | 8:45 PM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 9:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9381 | 9:30 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 10:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9579 | 9:35 PM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 10:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9271 | 9:45 PM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 10:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
2555+ 2216 | 5:50 AM Antwerp-Central | 1h48 | 7:38 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9301 | 6:28 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h34 | 7:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9211 | 6:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 7:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9303 | 8:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9527 | 8:35 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 9:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9219 | 8:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9309 | 9:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9531 | 9:35 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9223 | 9:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 10:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9315 | 10:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h32 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9535 | 10:35 AM Antwerp-Central | 0h42 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9227 | 10:45 AM Antwerp-Central | 1h05 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal
Trains from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 32m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, Regional, Intercity, Alibus, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal trainsEuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, Regional, Intercity, Alibus, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Antwerp-Central and Rotterdam Centraal from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Antwerp-Central to Rotterdam Centraal
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
- Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
- Café - Brasserie Royal
- Einstein Koffie
- Leonidas
- Starbucks
- Yam Yam
- Panos
- Sweetz To Go
- Frituur Centraal
- lunch & pasta coffee
- Döner Company
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
- A-Stay Antwerpen
- Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
- Tram lines: 11
- Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
- Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
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