The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
10 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin 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 Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 4 trains that leave Berlin for Rotterdam Centraal on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 612 km distance in an average of 10 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 54 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 11 h 49 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 Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €213.
Distance: 612 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €268 Average price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration Fastest 6h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:06 AM Berlin | 6h19 | 12:25 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:28 AM Berlin | 11h42 | 6:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Berlin | 11h30 | 6:10 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 AM Berlin | 7h55 | 2:49 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Berlin | 12h21 | 5:18 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal
Distance 612 km |
Average train duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 20:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, European Sleeper, FlixTrain from Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, European Sleeper, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Rotterdam Centraal from €15. 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.
European Sleeper
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Rotterdam Centraal
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Potsdamer Straße.
- Vapiano
- Lindenbräu am Potsdamer Platz
- The Curtain Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
- The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S25, S26
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Uferlos
- Sotto
- Julius
- La Femme
- Eigenart Appartements
- Citylight Hotel
- Bei Lydia
- Mammam
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Park Plaza Wallstreet
- Living Hotel Großer Kurfürst
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Living Hotel Berlin-Mitte
- India Spice
- Jelänger Jelieber
- JAS
- Schneeweiß
- Hotel Victoria
- A&O Berlin Friedrichshain
- Hangmee
- Restaurant Freischwimmer
- Schneeweiß
- Eatalian
- East Side Hotel
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Hotel Klassik Berlin
- Michelberger Hotel
- Ari's Diner
- Ege One Cafe
- Indda
- Ristorante Firenze
- Kolo 77
- Pension Lette Eck
- Döner Zimmer
- Café Kent
- Silber Cafe Bar
- Balgaran 2
- OYO Hotel Bohemia
- Motel Plus Berlin
- Taverna Athos
- Mario
- Pino
- Parkcafé Pusteblume
- Pension Senta
- Hotel Atlas
- Madflats
- Arema
- Darbar
- Beussel Grill
- Pizzeria Europa
- Alfa Hotel Berlin
- Sickinger Hof
- Hotel garni Aaberna
- Excellent Apartments
- Papa Grill
- Tumabé
- DoubleEye
- Yogi-Haus
- Hotel Pension Delta
- Hotel Schöneberg
- 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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