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

From Enschede to Rotterdam by metro and train

To get from Enschede to Rotterdam in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Enschede station to Amersfoort Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ICD train and finally take the E metro from Rotterdam Centraal station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 1 min. The metro and train schedule from Enschede may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

181min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - ICD
ICD
Metro - E
Metro - E
Leaves from Enschede

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Enschede
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amersfoort Centraal
    83 min
  • 4
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Metro - E
    Wait for metro
    E
    Slinge
  • 8
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Enschede to Rotterdam by metro and train via IC, ICD and D

To get from Enschede to Rotterdam in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Enschede station to Amersfoort Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ICD train and finally take the D metro from Rotterdam Centraal station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 11 min. The metro and train schedule from Enschede may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

191min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - ICD
ICD
Metro - D
Metro - D
Leaves from Enschede

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Enschede
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amersfoort Centraal
    83 min
  • 4
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    De Akkers
  • 8
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Enschede to Rotterdam

The distance between Enschede, Netherlands and Rotterdam, Netherlands is approximately 232.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 181 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Enschede to Rotterdam 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 Enschede to Rotterdam

To check the metro and train schedule from Enschede to Rotterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Enschede) 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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Alternative route from Enschede to Rotterdam by metro and train via IC, ICD and D

To get from Enschede to Rotterdam in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Enschede station to Amersfoort Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ICD train and finally take the D metro from Rotterdam Centraal station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 11 min. The metro and train schedule from Enschede may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

191min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - ICD
ICD
Metro - D
Metro - D
Leaves from Enschede

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Enschede
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amersfoort Centraal
    83 min
  • 4
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    De Akkers
  • 8
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 181 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line ICD, Metro line E.

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

    The alternative route takes 191 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line ICD, Metro line D.

  • Is there a direct train between Enschede and Rotterdam in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Enschede to Rotterdam in Netherlands?

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

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

    The total travel time between Enschede and Rotterdam in Netherlands by train and metro is about 3 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Enschede to get to Rotterdam in Netherlands?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Enschede and Rotterdam in Netherlands?

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

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