The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau
Cheapest price
€262
Average price
€271
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 13 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau will cost around €271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €262.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2833 · 20369 · ICE 1053 · RJ 3859:50 AM9h45Rotterdam Centraal7:35 PMBad Schandau station€2621One-way3 transfers
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 62910:06 AM10h37Rotterdam Centraal8:43 PMBad Schandau station€2621One-way5 transfers
IC 2831 · ICE 145 · RJ 3859:20 AM10h15Rotterdam Centraal7:35 PMBad Schandau station€2681One-way2 transfers
RE 4030 · IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 17479:54 AM10h19Rotterdam Centraal8:13 PMBad Schandau station€2701One-way4 transfers
IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · ICE 6258:06 AM10h37Rotterdam Centraal6:43 PMBad Schandau station€2701One-way5 transfers
IC 2833 · 20369 · ICE 1053 · RJ 3859:50 AM9h45Rotterdam Centraal7:35 PMBad Schandau station€2621One-way3 transfers
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 62910:06 AM10h07Rotterdam Centraal8:13 PMBad Schandau station€2881One-way6 transfers
IC 2831 · ICE 145 · RJ 3859:20 AM10h15Rotterdam Centraal7:35 PMBad Schandau station€2681One-way2 transfers
RE 4030 · IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 17479:54 AM10h19Rotterdam Centraal8:13 PMBad Schandau station€2701One-way4 transfers
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 62910:06 AM10h37Rotterdam Centraal8:43 PMBad Schandau station€2621One-way5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rotterdam to Bad Schandau
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €74, and a train costs an average of €151.
Distance: 680 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€151 Average price | €79 Average price | €74 Average price Cheapest |
11h 2m Average total duration 10h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotterdam to Bad Schandau train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Bad Schandau trains for today, Saturday, April 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:11 PM Rotterdam | 17h24 | 8:35 AM Bad Schandau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:24 PM Rotterdam | 17h11 | 8:35 AM Bad Schandau | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 11:41 PM Rotterdam | 14h54 | 2:35 PM Bad Schandau | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, April 19 | |||||
IC 1127 · IC 3525 · 20075 · ICE 625 | 8:06 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h37 | 6:43 PM Bad Schandau station | 5 transfers | |
IC 2831 · ICE 145 · RJ 385 | 9:20 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h15 | 7:35 PM Bad Schandau station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2833 · 20369 · ICE 1053 · RJ 385 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h45 | 7:35 PM Bad Schandau station | 3 transfers | |
RE 4030 · IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1747 | 9:54 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h19 | 8:13 PM Bad Schandau station | 4 transfers | |
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 629 | 10:06 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h07 | 8:13 PM Bad Schandau station | 6 transfers | |
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · 10135 | 10:06 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 11h07 | 9:13 PM Bad Schandau station | 7 transfers | |
IC 1135 · IC 3533 · 20079 · ICE 629 | 10:06 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h37 | 8:43 PM Bad Schandau station | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau
Trains from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €151 but you can travel from only €74 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 680 km distance in 10h 32m.
Distance 680 km |
Average train duration 10h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €151 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 32m |
First train 6:14 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: European Sleeper from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau trainsEuropean Sleeper trains will get you between Rotterdam and Bad Schandau from €74. 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 Rotterdam to Bad Schandau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau 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 Bad Schandau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rotterdam to Bad Schandau
- 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
- Elbterasse
- Elbresidenz
- Gambrinus
- Elbflorenz
- Elbresidenz
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