Eurostar London to Rotterdam train
Grab a Eurostar train ticket from London to Rotterdam in just 3 hours 16 minutes.
From €44
One way*
Flexible tickets
No exchange fees**
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Traveling from London to Rotterdam by train
Travelling from London to Rotterdam with us is simple, smart, and speedy. Go direct from city centre to city centre in just 3hrs 16mins. And whether you’re going for work or play, we’ll get you there feeling relaxed and rested. Read on to discover why taking Eurostar from London to Rotterdam is the only way to travel.
Departing from London St Pancras International
London St Pancras International is located in King's Cross and is well connected by London Underground lines and buses.
When to arrive
Please check our recommended arrival times when planning your journey.
Travel documents
Make sure to bring a valid passport with you and complete your Advance Passenger Information (API) well in advance.
Station facilities
Before you jump on your train, you can indulge in some boutique shopping or fine dining. After border and security checks, you'll find food options, a duty-free shop, and our Eurostar Premier Lounge.
Arriving at Rotterdam Centraal
Your train will arrive at Rotterdam Centraal, which is right in the heart of the city. As border checks take place before departure, you can simply hop off the train and leave the station. And to get where you're going, you'll have easy access to plenty of tram lines.
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Important information about your return journey
From 15 June 2024 until early 2025 there won't be any direct trains from Rotterdam to London because of renovations at Amsterdam Centraal station.
Don't worry, you can still travel from Rotterdam to London by taking the Eurostar to Brussels-Zuid/Midi, where you'll go through border control and then catch the train to London.
Taking an indirect train
If the times of our direct trains to Rotterdam don’t suit, you can go to Brussels-Midi/Zuid instead and then change to a Brussels to Rotterdam Eurostar train for the remainder of the journey.
London to Rotterdam train timetable
Take a look at our timetable to see the first train and the last train from London to Rotterdam.
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Frequently asked questions
A Eurostar London to Rotterdam train ticket starts from €44.
Typically, the train journey from London to Rotterdam takes 3hrs 13mins. When you view the available tickets, you will be able to see the length of the train journey for each departure time.
Unlike airlines, there are no hidden costs when travelling by Eurostar. Once you have picked your train tickets (Standard, Standard Premier or Business Premier), there will be no additional fees for seat selection, advanced booking, or luggage allowance.
You can take liquids on the Eurostar and there is no volume limit, so you can bring all your toiletries and even a bottle of bubbly!
There are no food restrictions, so you’re allowed to bring your own food from home on the Eurostar.
Get to the station at our recommended arrival time to allow plenty of time to get through border controls and security for your London to Rotterdam train.
Between London and Rotterdam, the high-speed lines allow our trains to drive at a maximum speed of 186 miles per hour (300 km/h).
Standard adult tickets allow you to bring two pieces of luggage that are up to 85 cm long, and one small piece of hand luggage such as a handbag or briefcase. Find out more about luggage allowances.
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*Tickets from €44
€44 per person one way based on a mandatory return trip in Standard between London and Brussels-Midi/Zuid, Paris, Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Lille, for travel between 03/12/2024 and 12/02/2025. Subject to availability. Availability varies according to dates and times. Blackout dates may apply. The earlier you book, the more availability. Correct as at 09/10/2024.
**Flexible tickets conditions
Our Standard, Standard Premier & Comfort tickets are exchangeable up to 1 hour before your original departure time without a fee. If your new ticket is more expensive, you’ll pay the difference. If your new ticket is cheaper, the difference will not be refunded. Tickets exchanged less than 7 days before the departure date will become non-refundable. View our flexible ticket conditions.