How much is the train ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The cheapest train tickets from Brussels to Rotterdam start from R 589. The average price for this train route is around R 1 848. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The average train journey time from Brussels to Rotterdam is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 122 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 9m and is operated by Eurostar .

Which train operators serve the Brussels to Rotterdam route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Brussels to Rotterdam?

The earliest train from Brussels to Rotterdam departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 21:53.

Train Brussels to Rotterdam from R 603

Next train departures

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	Cheapest
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	08:06	Rotterdam Centraal	CheapestFastest
Train	06:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	08:06	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	06:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	08:06	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	10:06	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	10:06	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 29 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	11:06	Rotterdam Centraal	CheapestFastest
Train	08:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 14m	09:36	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 14m	09:36	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 14m	09:36	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	09:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 13m	11:06	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 30 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	Cheapest
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 31 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	CheapestFastest
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	10:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	10:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 1 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	Cheapest
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	10:02	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	10:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	19:22	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 55m	21:17	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Rotterdam on 2 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	CheapestFastest
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	07:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	09:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	10:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	08:53	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 9m	10:02	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:20 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brussels to Rotterdam

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

2h 20mAverage duration

110 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 145 - R 1 690	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 589 - R 2 824	Average duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Brussels and Rotterdam?

Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Rotterdam

A
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum

Train Companies

Eurostar

4.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi4

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Eurostar ticket prices on this trip start at R 634

NL train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels to Rotterdam by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Brussels to Rotterdam start from R 589. The average price for this train route is around R 1 848. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Brussels to Rotterdam?
The average train journey time from Brussels to Rotterdam is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 122 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 9m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Brussels to Rotterdam route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Brussels to Rotterdam?
The earliest train from Brussels to Rotterdam departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 21:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/03

R 1 774

25/03

R 1 773

Today

R 1 769

27/03

R 623

28/03

R 603

29/03

R 603

30/03

R 624

31/03

R 1 647

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Rotterdam was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 603

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Brussels to Rotterdam as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 603 to R 2 693 for a train ticket from Brussels to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 603, which is on 2026-03-28.