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 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Maastricht station to Sittard station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SNELBUS IPV TREIN bus and finally take the IC train from Eindhoven Centraal station to Rotterdam Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 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.

198min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - SNELBUS IPV TREINSNELBUS IPV TREIN
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Maastricht

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maastricht
    1.44 km • 19 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Sittard
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sittard
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    [Sittard] Achterzijde Station, P&R Q-Park Geerweg
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - SNELBUS IPV TREINSNELBUS IPV TREIN
    Wait for bus
    SNELBUS IPV TREIN
    Eindhoven Centraal
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    [Eindhoven Centraal] Taxistandplaats, Kennedyplein
    75 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Eindhoven Centraal
    40 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    61 min
  • 10
    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 197.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 198 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 198 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line SNELBUS IPV TREIN, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Rotterdam?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Maastricht to Rotterdam?

    The IC train line goes from Maastricht station near Maastricht in Maastricht to Sittard station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Sittard station near Rotterdam.

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

    The total travel time between Maastricht and Rotterdam by train and bus is about 3 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Maastricht station near Maastricht in Maastricht.

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

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

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