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

From Venlo to Rotterdam by metro and train

To get from Venlo to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Venio station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the B metro from Alexander station to Nieuw Verlaat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The metro and train schedule from Venlo may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

171min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Metro - B
Metro - B
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Venio

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Venio
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dordrecht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    93 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Alexander
    28 min
  • 6
    Metro - B
    Wait for metro
    B
    Nesselande
  • 7
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Nieuw Verlaat
    5 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    850 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Venlo to Rotterdam by train

To get from Venlo to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Venio station to Eindhoven Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Rotterdam Centraal station to Rotterdam Alexander station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The metro and train schedule from Venlo may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

151min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Venio

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Venio
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dordrecht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Eindhoven Centraal
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Hs
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    61 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Alexander
    8 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    2.56 km • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Venlo to Rotterdam

The distance between Venlo and Rotterdam is approximately 180.5 km, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Venlo to Rotterdam by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rotterdam – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Venlo to Rotterdam

To check the metro and train schedule from Venlo to Rotterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Venlo) and destination (Rotterdam), 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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From Venlo to Rotterdam by train

To get from Venlo to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Venio station to Eindhoven Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Rotterdam Centraal station to Rotterdam Alexander station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The metro and train schedule from Venlo may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

151min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Venio

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Venio
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dordrecht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Eindhoven Centraal
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Hs
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    61 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Alexander
    8 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    2.56 km • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Metro line B.

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

    The alternative route takes 151 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Venlo and Rotterdam?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

  • Which train line goes from Venlo to Rotterdam?

    The IC train line goes from Venio station near Venlo in Netherlands to Dordrecht station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line till Dordrecht station near Rotterdam.

  • How long does it take to travel from Venlo to Rotterdam by train and metro?

    The total travel time between Venlo and Rotterdam by train and metro is about 2 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Venlo to get to Rotterdam?

    Get on the IC train from the Venio station near Venlo in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Venlo and Rotterdam?

    Get off the train at the Dordrecht station, which is closest to Rotterdam.

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