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Taking the train from Madrid to Rotterdam in 13 hours 47 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Madrid to Rotterdam? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 20 hours 35 minutes to travel the 1423 km from Madrid to Rotterdam by train, although you can get there in as little as 13 hours 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Madrid to Rotterdam start from $148.11 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Rotterdam? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Madrid to Rotterdam by train
It takes an average of 20h 35m to travel from Madrid to Rotterdam by train, over a distance of around 884 miles (1423 km). There are normally 6 trains per day traveling from Madrid to Rotterdam and tickets for this journey start from $148.11 when you book in advance.
| First train | 6:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:10 pm | |
| Departure station | Madrid | |
| Arrival station | Rotterdam | |
| Journey time | From 13h 47m | |
| Distance | 884 miles (1423 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $148.11 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus |
Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Rotterdam
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Madrid to Rotterdam by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
FAQs about the train journey from Madrid to Rotterdam
Want to know more about your journey from Madrid to Rotterdam? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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