How to get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by bus and train?

From Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by bus and train

To get from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the EUROCITY DIRECT train from Rotterdam Centraal station to Amsterdam Zuid station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 3 bus from Zwolle, Station station to Zwolle, Emmawijk/Centrum station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Rotterdam Centraal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zwolle on the Moovit app.

126min
Train - EUROCITY DIRECTEUROCITY DIRECT
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 33
Walk to Zwolle
Leaves from Rotterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 2
    Train - EUROCITY DIRECTEUROCITY DIRECT
    Wait for train
    EUROCITY DIRECT
    Amsterdam Zuid
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Zuid
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Groningen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zwolle, Station
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Berkum
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Zwolle, Emmawijk/Centrum
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Zwolle
    Walk to
    Zwolle
    330 m • 5 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 166.96 km, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Zwolle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle

To check the bus and train schedule from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rotterdam Centraal) and destination (Zwolle), 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 Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line EUROCITY DIRECT, Train line IC, Bus line 3.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rotterdam Centraal to Zwolle?

    The EUROCITY DIRECT train line goes from Amsterdam Zuid station near Rotterdam Centraal in Rotterdam to Zwolle station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Zwolle station near Zwolle.

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

    The total travel time between Rotterdam Centraal and Zwolle by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

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

    Get on the EUROCITY DIRECT train from the Amsterdam Zuid 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 Zwolle stop, which is closest to Zwolle.

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