How to Get From Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

Traveling From Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

Have you just arrived in Amsterdam for your long awaited trip? Since you have just landed in Schiphol Amsterdam airport, you’ll need a way to travel around.

In this case, we can assist you with your quest on your Rotterdam to Amsterdam airport travel or vice versa. We will be your traveling companions.

Welcome to Amsterdam and let’s travel to Rotterdam!

Best way to get from Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

Like us, when you have a destination in mind you might be wondering “which is the best way to reach it”. In our opinion, the proper question is “which is MY best way to travel”.

This means that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all traveling way as something that is very convenient for you, might not be convenient at all for someone else.

For this reason, we wrote this guide listing all the transportation means that someone can use to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam airport and vice versa. By doing so, we provide you with the opportunity to pick one travel method that suits you most.

So, without further ado, let’s check the transportation means!

Is There a Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam Train?

Just like Sheldon Cooper from the The Big Bang Theory sitcom, you are a fan of trains. Fortunately for you, there is a direct train that connects these two places without any connection.

As soon as you exit the airport’s doors, head to the train’s platforms to take the Thalys 009352-> Paris Nord train. Keep in mind though that you’ll always have to check the train’s official website for availability and prices.

Total traveling time: 23 minutes

Total traveling costs: €24 for Standard, €30 for Comfort, €37 for Premium

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Getting a Bus From Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

Should you want to travel by bus, well, you can. We can understand that some people prefer being on wheels!

So, again, exit the airport’s doors and now head towards the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport’s bus station. There, you will take a bus for Amsterdam Sloterdijk where you’ll take another bus for Rotterdam.

Total traveling hours: No more than 2 hours depending on availability.

Total traveling costs:  No more than €20.

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Distance From Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

If you want to travel from Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam by car, you’ll need 46 minutes to cover a distance of 59.8 km.

Various Transport From Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

So, now you know how to travel from the Amsterdam airport to Rotterdam both by train and by bus. You also know how much it takes in distance and time to do the same by car.

Let’s talk about more private means of transportation between these two destinations. First there is always the flying option. Amsterdam and Rotterdam both have their own airport. So, you can just book a ticket from Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. Pretty simple, right?

This brings us to the second option of private travel. Booking a private airport transfer that will take you from or to the airport. In this case, assuming you are not already at the Amsterdam airport, you can book an airport taxi to take you there, and another one from Rotterdam’s airport to your doorstep.

As you have seen there are plenty of choices of moving around, however, everything comes down to your picking criteria.

Cheapest Transfer from Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam

Now, it goes without saying that the cheapest option is the bus, however it’s not the most time efficient. The train on the other hand is a little bit more expensive but it’s only 23 minutes!

If you want to travel in pure luxury, in the most private manner, with no stops, no connections and in the most personalized way, here’s our final suggestion. A truly direct travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam airport. This is of course a private airport transfer with AtoB.

Imagine this. You pass the passport control, retrieve your bags and head to the airport’s doors. Your personal driver is already waiting for you outside. You hand him over your luggage, board your vehicle and that’s it.

You don’t have to carry your heavy stuff, you don’t have to worry about timetables and connections and if you’ll find your way or your overall safety. And if you’re a little bit late or you are traveling during “inappropriate” hours, remember that a private airport transfer service is 24/7! You can also share your ride with your traveling companions too!

How Much is a Taxi: Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam Ride

From:

Amsterdam-Schiphol

Airport

To:

Rotterdam

City centre

60 kilometers 47 minutes

Vehicle Class	People	Luggage	Price
Economy	4	3	€157.00
Business	3	2	€196.00
First Class	3	2	€342.00
Economy Van	7	6	€183.00
Business Van	7	6	€283.00
Economy Van+	8	8	€270.00

Booking a Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam Taxi

Booking for a private taxi Rotterdam Schiphol service is easy and it takes less than 10 minutes. Our online booking platform has made the booking procedure as smooth as it gets.

First navigate yourself to the “Book a Transfer” area. Here you fill in all the initial traveling information. In this case you have the Schiphol Amsterdam Airport and Rotterdam.

Then, tell us the date and time, and whether you’ll need a Return Trip as it is always wise to pre-order and plan your travel. Now, press “NEXT STEP”.

On the new web page, you’ll see the complete list of our airport transfer vehicles. This is our fleet. Choose the one that suits you most. After choosing your car, you can personalize it based on your traveling preferences and special needs.

Finally, enter your personal details and the payment method.

As soon as you place your order, check your emails. You’ll have received a confirmation email of your booking with all the relevant information regarding your trip. At a later time, you’ll receive another email with your driver’s information so keep an eye out!

And this is it! You have just arranged your journey from Schiphol Amsterdam Airport to Rotterdam with AtoB!