How to get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam by metro and train?

From Rotterdam to Amsterdam by metro and train

To get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 metro lines and one train line: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ICD train and finally take the 52 metro from Station Zuid station to Centraal Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Amsterdam on the Moovit app.

72min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - ICD
ICD
Metro - 5252
Walk to Amsterdam
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Almere Centrum
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Zuid
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Station Zuid
    ID 09585
    180 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Metro - 52
    Wait for metro
    52
    Noord
  • 9
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Centraal Station
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Amsterdam
    Walk to
    Amsterdam
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rotterdam to Amsterdam by metro and train via D, ICD and SPR

To get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 train lines: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ICD train and finally take the SPR train from Schiphol Airport station to Amsterdam Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Amsterdam on the Moovit app.

79min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - ICD
ICD
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Amsterdam
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Almere Centrum
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiphol Airport
    26 min
  • 7
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    16 min
  • 9
    Walk to Amsterdam
    Walk to
    Amsterdam
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rotterdam to Amsterdam

The distance between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Amsterdam, Netherlands is approximately 85.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rotterdam to Amsterdam by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Rotterdam to Amsterdam

To check the metro and train schedule from Rotterdam to Amsterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rotterdam) and destination (Amsterdam), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest metro and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Rotterdam to Amsterdam by metro and train via D, ICD and SPR

To get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 train lines: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ICD train and finally take the SPR train from Schiphol Airport station to Amsterdam Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Amsterdam on the Moovit app.

79min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - ICD
ICD
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Amsterdam
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Almere Centrum
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiphol Airport
    26 min
  • 7
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    16 min
  • 9
    Walk to Amsterdam
    Walk to
    Amsterdam
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Metro line D, Train line ICD, Metro line 52.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rotterdam to Amsterdam?

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Metro line D, Train line ICD, Train line SPR.

  • Is there a direct metro between Rotterdam and Amsterdam in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 metro lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Rotterdam to Amsterdam in Netherlands?

    The D metro line goes from Rotterdam Centraal station near Rotterdam to Rotterdam Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line and one train line till Rotterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rotterdam to Amsterdam in Netherlands by metro and train?

    The total travel time between Rotterdam and Amsterdam in Netherlands by metro and train is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Rotterdam to get to Amsterdam in Netherlands?

    Get on the D metro from the Rotterdam Centraal station near Rotterdam in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Rotterdam and Amsterdam in Netherlands?

    Get off the metro at the Rotterdam Centraal station, which is closest to Amsterdam in Netherlands.

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