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Taking the train from Vienna to Rotterdam in 11 hours 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Vienna to Rotterdam? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 14 hours 54 minutes to travel the 586 miles (944 km) from Vienna to Rotterdam by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 31 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Vienna to Rotterdam start from £87.80 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 timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Vienna to Rotterdam by train
It takes an average of 14h 54m to travel from Vienna to Rotterdam by train, over a distance of around 586 miles (944 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Vienna to Rotterdam and tickets for this journey start from £87.80 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from Vienna to Rotterdam
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Cheap train tickets from Vienna 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 Vienna 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.