The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Houten
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Houten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Houten will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rotterdam for Houten on Sat, Jun 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest trains will take 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.
8:20 AM0h53Rotterdam9:13 AMHouten€171One-way0 transfers
8:20 AM0h53Rotterdam9:13 AMHouten€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Houten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Houten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rotterdam to Houten train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Houten trains for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:20 AM Rotterdam | 0h53 | 10:13 AM Houten | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Houten
Trains from Rotterdam to Houten run on average 255 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 53m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 255 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam to Houten trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam and Houten from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Rotterdam to Houten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Houten 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 Houten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rotterdam to Houten
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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