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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€127
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Rotterdam will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
Of the 32 trains that leave Berlin for Rotterdam on Sun, Aug 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 612 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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.
ICE 1540 · IC 3220 · IC 2820+
2000611:51 PM8h49Berlin Hbf8:40 AMRotterdam Centraal€471One-way3 transfers- ICE 1540 · IC 3220+2000611:51 PM9h36Berlin Hbf9:27 AMRotterdam Centraal€471One-way2 transfers
- ICE 273 · ICE 242 · ICD 182811:32 PM11h16Berlin Hbf10:48 AMRotterdam Centraal€501One-way2 transfers
- ICE 273 · ICE 242 · IC 626 · IC 202611:32 PM10h53Berlin Hbf10:25 AMRotterdam Centraal€501One-way3 transfers
- ICE 742 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 28866:16 PM6h54Berlin Hbf1:10 AMRotterdam Centraal€601One-way3 transfers
- ICE 140 · IC 674 · RE 40814:16 PM6h18Berlin Hbf10:34 PMRotterdam Centraal€1201One-way2 transfers
- ICE 140 · IC 17764:16 PM6h24Berlin Hbf10:40 PMRotterdam Centraal€1201One-way1 transfer
- ICE 142 · IC 28568 · ICD 24702:16 PM6h41Berlin Hbf8:57 PMRotterdam Centraal€1501One-way2 transfers
- ICE 146 · IC 28552 · ICD 245410:16 AM6h41Berlin Hbf4:57 PMRotterdam Centraal€1901One-way2 transfers
- ICE 544 · ICE 120 · IC 28804:47 PM6h53Berlin Hbf11:40 PMRotterdam Centraal€881One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €110.
Distance: 612 km
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€66 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €239 Average price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Rotterdam trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 848 · 52993 · 20086 · IC 3572 | Delayed 11:57 AM 1:47 PMBerlin Hbf | 6h57 | 8:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 142 · IC 28568 · ICD 2470 | 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h41 | 8:57 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 142 · IC 3270 | 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h19 | 9:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 546 · 21446 · 20088 · IC 3576 | 2:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 9:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 546 · 20090 · IC 3580 · IC 1178 | 2:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h57 | 10:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 846 · 21450 · 20090 · IC 3580 | On time 3:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 10:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 140 · IC 3278 | 4:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h19 | 11:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 140 · IC 674 · RE 4387 · IC 3276 | 4:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h49 | 11:05 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 140 · IC 28576 · ICD 1878 | 4:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h55 | 11:11 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 544 · ICE 120 · IC 3284 | 4:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h18 | 1:05 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 544 · ICE 120 · IC 1082 · IC 3282 | 4:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h48 | 12:35 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 742 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 1405 | On time 6:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h41 | 2:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 742 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 28586 | On time 6:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h03 | 2:19 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 842 · IC 3619 · IC 1126+20056 | On time 7:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 13h57 | 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 699 · ICE 618 · 10602 · 20064 | On time 9:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h17 | 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 273 · ICE 242 · IC 28528 · ICD 2430 | 11:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h25 | 10:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 273 · ICE 242 · IC 3230 | 11:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h03 | 11:35 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 273 · Bus S1 · 89708 · 32963 | 11:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h12 | 10:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
| ICE 654 · 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 1146 | 7:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h40 | 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 944 · 32979 · 20074 · IC 3548 | On time 7:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:27 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 10h23 | 6:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus | 8:39 AM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 11h31 | 8:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 652 · 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 1154 | On time 9:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h40 | 4:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1052 · 20366 · IC 1750 · IC 28550 | On time 9:26 AM Berlin Spandau | 7h02 | 4:28 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 1052 · 20366 · IC 1750 · ICD 1852 | On time 9:26 AM Berlin Spandau | 7h15 | 4:41 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 942 · 32987 · 20078 · IC 3556 | On time 9:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 4:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 146 · IC 28552 · ICD 2454 | 10:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h41 | 4:57 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 146 · IC 3254 | 10:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h19 | 5:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 640 · 31263 · ICE 124 · ICD 1858 | On time 10:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h24 | 6:11 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 640 · 31263 · ICE 124 · IC 556 | On time 10:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h48 | 6:35 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 650 · 20082 · IC 3564 · IC 1162 | On time 11:04 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h40 | 6:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 940 · 32995 · 20082 · IC 3564 | On time 11:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h57 | 6:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 548 · 31267 · ICE 122 · ICD 1866 | On time 12:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h23 | 8:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 558 · 20086 · IC 3572 · IC 1170 | On time 1:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h40 | 8:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Rotterdam
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Trains from Berlin to Rotterdam run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 612 km distance in 7h 28m.
Distance 612 km |
Average train duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 7h 28m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alibus, FlixTrain, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Berlin to Rotterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alibus, FlixTrain, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Berlin and Rotterdam from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Alibus
FlixTrain
WestfalenBahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Rotterdam 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Rotterdam
Most Berlin to Rotterdam trains use the Berlin Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Alexander. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Berlin station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Which Rotterdam station do trains from Berlin arrive at?
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Rotterdam Alexander from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Alexander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
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