The cheapest and fastest trains from Maastricht to Rotterdam
Cheapest price on Oct 11
€33
Average ticket price on Oct 11
€53
Fastest journey on Oct 11
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
2 h 5 m
Trains on Oct 11
52
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Rotterdam will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Maastricht to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.
IC 3128 · IC 1128 · IC 23257:59 AM2h25Maastricht station10:24 AMRotterdam Blaak€331One-way2 transfers
BST 916044+
IC 3134 · IC 1134 · IC 22319:09 AM2h45Maastricht Randwyck11:54 AMRotterdam Blaak€331One-way3 transfers
IC 3130 · IC 11308:29 AM2h15Maastricht station10:44 AMRotterdam Centraal€331One-way1 transfer
IC 3128 · IC 11287:59 AM2h15Maastricht station10:14 AMRotterdam Centraal€331One-way1 transfer
IC 3132 · IC 1132 · IC 23298:59 AM2h25Maastricht station11:24 AMRotterdam Blaak€331One-way2 transfers
4933+
993712:43 PM1h49Hasselt station2:32 PMRotterdam Centraal€821One-way1 transfer
4940+
99777:43 PM1h49Hasselt station9:32 PMRotterdam Centraal€731One-way1 transfer
IC 3130 · IC 11308:29 AM2h15Maastricht station10:44 AMRotterdam Centraal€331One-way1 transfer
IC 3128 · IC 11287:59 AM2h15Maastricht station10:14 AMRotterdam Centraal€331One-way1 transfer
IC 3136 · IC 11369:59 AM2h15Maastricht station12:14 PMRotterdam Centraal€331One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Maastricht to Rotterdam
Trains from Maastricht to Rotterdam run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Maastricht to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ST 32420+ IC 3126 · IC 1126 · IC 2223 | 7:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h49 | 9:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3126 · IC 1126 · IC 2223 | 7:29 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 9:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
IC 3126 · IC 1126 | 7:29 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ST 32422+ IC 3128 · IC 1128 · IC 2325 | 7:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h49 | 10:24 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3128 · IC 1128 · IC 2325 | 7:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 10:24 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
IC 3128 · IC 1128 | 7:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 10:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
BST 916043+ IC 3130 · IC 1130 · IC 2227 | 8:09 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h45 | 10:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3130 · IC 1130 | 8:29 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 10:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3130 · IC 1130 · IC 2227 | 8:29 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 10:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
ST 32426+ IC 3132 · IC 1132 · IC 2329 | 8:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h49 | 11:24 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3132 · IC 1132 · IC 2329 | 8:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 11:24 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
IC 3132 · IC 1132 | 8:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 11:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
BST 916044+ IC 3134 · IC 1134 · IC 2231 | 9:09 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h45 | 11:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3134 · IC 1134 | 9:29 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 11:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3134 · IC 1134 · IC 2231 | 9:29 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 11:54 AM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
ST 32430+ IC 3136 · IC 1136 · IC 2333 | 9:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h49 | 12:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3136 · IC 1136 | 9:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 12:14 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3136 · IC 1136 · IC 2333 | 9:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 12:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
BST 916045+ IC 3138 · IC 1138 · IC 2235 | 10:09 AM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h45 | 12:54 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
4931+ 9327 | 10:43 AM Hasselt station | 2h19 | 1:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
4931+ 9427 | 10:43 AM Hasselt station | 2h19 | 1:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1534+ 9339 | 11:40 AM Genk station | 3h22 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1534+ 9439 | 11:40 AM Genk station | 3h22 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3144 · IC 1144 · IC 2341 | 11:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 2:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
IC 3144 · IC 1144 | 11:59 AM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 2:14 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
BST 916047+ IC 3146 · IC 1146 · IC 2243 | 12:09 PM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h45 | 2:54 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3146 · IC 1146 · IC 2243 | 12:29 PM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 2:54 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
IC 3146 · IC 1146 | 12:29 PM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 2:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ST 32442+ IC 3148 · IC 1148 · IC 2345 | 12:35 PM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h49 | 3:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
4933+ 9937 | 12:43 PM Hasselt station | 1h49 | 2:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3148 · IC 1148 | 12:59 PM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 3:14 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3148 · IC 1148 · IC 2345 | 12:59 PM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 3:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
BST 916048+ IC 3150 · IC 1150 · IC 2247 | 1:09 PM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h45 | 3:54 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
IC 3150 · IC 1150 | 1:29 PM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 3:44 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3150 · IC 1150 · IC 2247 | 1:29 PM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 3:54 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
ST 32446+ IC 3152 · IC 1152 · IC 2349 | 1:35 PM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h49 | 4:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
1536+ 9351 | 1:40 PM Genk station | 3h22 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3152 · IC 1152 | 1:59 PM Maastricht station | 2h15 | 4:14 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 3152 · IC 1152 · IC 2349 | 1:59 PM Maastricht station | 2h25 | 4:24 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 2 transfers | |
BST 916049+ IC 3154 · IC 1154 · IC 2251 | 2:09 PM Maastricht Randwyck | 2h45 | 4:54 PM Rotterdam Blaak | 3 transfers | |
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Train companies: NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB, Arriva NS, R-net Qbuzz from Maastricht to Rotterdam trainsNS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB, Arriva NS, R-net Qbuzz trains will get you between Maastricht and Rotterdam from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Intercity
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.
Eurostar
SNCB
NS Domestic
Arriva NS
R-net Qbuzz
FAQs: Trains from Maastricht to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Rotterdam
Most Maastricht to Rotterdam trains use the Maastricht to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Blaak. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Maastricht station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?
Getting to Maastricht from Maastricht city centre
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht train station facilities and services
Maastricht 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 Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Getting to Maastricht Randwyck from Maastricht city centre
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck train station facilities and services
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
Getting to Maastricht Noord from Maastricht city centre
Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Noord train station facilities and services
Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, and Car Rental.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.
Which Rotterdam station do trains from Maastricht 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 Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Blaak 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 Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
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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