How to get from Maastricht to Rotterdam by bus and train?

From Maastricht to Rotterdam by bus and train

To get from Maastricht to Rotterdam you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 3 bus from Maastricht, Helmstraat station to Maastricht, Station Maastricht station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Eindhoven Centraal station to Rotterdam Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Maastricht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

164min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Maastricht, Helmstraat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maastricht, Helmstraat
    ID 66590280
    280 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    P+R Noord
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maastricht, Station Maastricht
    ID 66590910
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maastricht
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    'S-Hertogenbosch
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Eindhoven Centraal
    64 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    60 min
  • 9
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    770 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Maastricht to Rotterdam

The distance between Maastricht and Rotterdam is approximately 205.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Maastricht to Rotterdam by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rotterdam – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Maastricht to Rotterdam

To check the bus and train schedule from Maastricht to Rotterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Maastricht) and destination (Rotterdam), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Bus line 3, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Rotterdam?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Maastricht to Rotterdam?

    The 3 bus line goes from Maastricht, Helmstraat station near Maastricht in Maastricht to Maastricht, Station Maastricht station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Maastricht, Station Maastricht station near Rotterdam.

  • How long does it take to travel from Maastricht to Rotterdam by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Maastricht and Rotterdam by bus and train is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Maastricht to get to Rotterdam?

    Get on the 3 bus from the Maastricht, Helmstraat stop near Maastricht in Maastricht.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Maastricht and Rotterdam?

    Get off the bus at the Maastricht, Station Maastricht station, which is closest to Rotterdam.

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