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

From Zwolle to Rotterdam by metro and train

To get from Zwolle to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Zwolle station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the B metro from Schiedam Centrum station to Nieuw Verlaat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 15 min. The metro and train schedule from Zwolle may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

195min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Metro - B
Metro - B
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Zwolle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Zwolle
    730 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    50 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiedam Centrum
    52 min
  • 6
    Metro - B
    Wait for metro
    B
    Nesselande
  • 7
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Nieuw Verlaat
    32 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    850 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zwolle to Rotterdam

The distance between Zwolle and Rotterdam is approximately 185.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 195 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zwolle 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 Zwolle to Rotterdam

To check the metro and train schedule from Zwolle to Rotterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Zwolle) 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 195 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Metro line B.

  • Is there a direct train between Zwolle and Rotterdam?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zwolle to Rotterdam?

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

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

    The total travel time between Zwolle and Rotterdam by train and metro is about 3 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Zwolle station near Zwolle in Netherlands.

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

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

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