The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Antwerp will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rotterdam for Antwerp on Sat, Nov 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rotterdam to Antwerp train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Antwerp trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9216 | 7:09 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h07 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9216 | 7:09 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 8:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
1127+ 9216 | 7:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h02 | 8:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
1127+ 9216 | 7:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h09 | 8:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9520 | 7:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h45 | 8:26 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9520+ 19714 | 7:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h59 | 8:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 19714 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 8:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9422 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 8:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9322 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 8:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9422+ 19714 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 8:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9220 | 8:09 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h07 | 9:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9220 | 8:09 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 9:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
1131+ 9220 | 8:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h09 | 9:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
1131+ 9220 | 8:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h02 | 9:16 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
9524 | 8:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h45 | 9:26 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9524+ 19734 | 8:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h59 | 9:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 19734 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 9:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9328 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h32 | 9:30 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9224 | 9:09 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 10:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
1135+ 9224 | 9:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h09 | 10:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
2324+ 2582 | 9:21 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h56 | 11:17 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 19716 | 9:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h59 | 10:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9228 | 10:09 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h14 | 11:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 0 transfersDirect | |
1139+ 9228 | 10:14 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1h09 | 11:23 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 19718 | 10:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h59 | 11:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 19718 | 10:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0h42 | 11:40 AM Antwerp-Berchem | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Antwerp
Trains from Rotterdam to Antwerp run on average 13 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, European Sleeper from Rotterdam to Antwerp trainsNS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, European Sleeper trains will get you between Rotterdam and Antwerp from $8 (€6). 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 Antwerp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rotterdam to Antwerp
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with free parking options nearby.
- Restaurant Alexander
- Brasserie Waalhaven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander
- NH Capelle
- Campanile Rotterdam Oost
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for trains to Utrecht and Rotterdam Central
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Annie M.G. Schmidtplein.
- Restaurant De Hef
- Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid
- Art Hotel Rotterdam
- Hotel New York
- Located in the main hall
- 604 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for local and regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line D
- Bus: Lines 66, 77
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several spaces for cars.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid
- Art Hotel Rotterdam
- Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk
- 152 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms accessible via a pedestrian bridge.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
- Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
- Café - Brasserie Royal
- Einstein Koffie
- Leonidas
- Starbucks
- Yam Yam
- Panos
- Sweetz To Go
- Frituur Centraal
- lunch & pasta coffee
- Döner Company
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
- A-Stay Antwerpen
- Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
- Tram lines: 11
- Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
- Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 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 via Binnensingel.
- Wagamama
- Brasserie Dikke Mee
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem
- Tulip Inn Antwerpen
- Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for international and regional trains
- Tram: Line 4, Line 9, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Zuidcafé
- Restaurant Het Gerecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Restrooms.
- €0.50
- B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Zuid
- Hotel Rubenshof
- Hotel Pilar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Netherlands, and France
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tram: Line 4, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
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