London to Rotterdam by train

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Overview: trains from London to Rotterdam

Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Rotterdam, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:04 View journey
Last train 18:13 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 319
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey £30.81 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 24m
Train operators 1

Travelling from London to Rotterdam by train

Want to know how to get from London to Rotterdam by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from London to Rotterdam take around 3 hours and 1 minute, covering a distance of approximately 319 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around  06:04. The last departure is usually at around 18:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave London at around 07:16, with the last train leaving at around 18:04. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 15 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £30.81.

We think any time is a great time to visit Rotterdam, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Rotterdam.

Is there a direct train from London to Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train from London to Rotterdam.

How long does it take to travel from London to Rotterdam?

The London to Rotterdam train travel takes about 3 hours and 1 minute, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Rotterdam train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Rotterdam leaving London at around 06:04 and the last train leaving at around 18:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves London at around 07:16, with the final departure at 18:04.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.