| Avg. journey time | 41m |
| Trains per day | 99 |
| Fare range | €16.00 - €21.00 |
| Distance | 58km |
| Train operators | NS, |
| First train departs at | 00:07 |
| Last train departs at | 23:53 |
| Fastest route | 31m |
| Changes | Direct |
| Origin Station | Amsterdam |
| Destination Station | Rotterdam Centraal |
NS is the main railway operator in the Netherlands. It connects the four corners of the country with regional, medium-distance and high-speed trains. It's also possible for you to travel at night thanks to multi-line night trains, including Schiphol and Eindhoven airports. All trains are equipped with two comfort classes – First Class and Second Class.
Thalys is the railway company connecting four European countries – France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. Thalys trains run at a speed of up to 300km/h and have three comfort classes on all services called – Standard, Comfort and Premium (equivalent to the First Class, with access to the Thalys Lounge). All Thalys trains have a car restaurant (called Thalys Welcome Bar) and a free WiFi connection.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Amsterdam to Rotterdam Centraal by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guide to check when European train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time between Amsterdam and Rotterdam Centraal is 41 minutes and the fastest journey time is 31 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 175 trains per day travelling from Amsterdam to Rotterdam Centraal. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The first train from Amsterdam to Rotterdam Centraal departs at 00:07. The last train from Amsterdam to Rotterdam Centraal departs at 23:53. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services. Alternatively, some popular routes may run throughout the night at a reduced frequency. There may also be less services on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Amsterdam to Rotterdam Centraal without having to change trains. There are 99 direct trains from Amsterdam to Rotterdam Centraal. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.