How to get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by train?

From Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by train

To get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle in Zwolle, take the SPR train from Rotterdam Centraal station to Gouda station. Next, take the IC train from Gouda station to Zwolle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min.

121min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Zwolle
Leaves from Rotterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Gouda
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    72 min
  • 6
    Walk to Zwolle
    Walk to
    Zwolle
    940 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by train via IC and IC

To get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle in Zwolle, take the IC train from Rotterdam Centraal station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Zwolle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min.

125min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Zwolle
Leaves from Rotterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    50 min
  • 6
    Walk to Zwolle
    Walk to
    Zwolle
    940 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle

The distance between Rotterdam Centraal and Zwolle is approximately 144.32 km, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Zwolle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

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Alternative route from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by train via IC and IC

To get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle in Zwolle, take the IC train from Rotterdam Centraal station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Zwolle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min.

125min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Zwolle
Leaves from Rotterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    37 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    50 min
  • 6
    Walk to Zwolle
    Walk to
    Zwolle
    940 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line SPR, Train line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle?

    The alternative route takes 125 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Centraal and Zwolle?

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

  • Which train line goes from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle?

    The SPR train line goes from Uitgeest station near Rotterdam Centraal in Rotterdam to Gouda station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Gouda station near Zwolle.

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

    The total travel time between Rotterdam Centraal and Zwolle by train is about 2 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the SPR train from the Uitgeest station near Rotterdam Centraal in Rotterdam.

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

    Get off the train at the Gouda station, which is closest to Zwolle.

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