Rotterdam can be accessed in many different ways: by car, by boat, by train, by bus and by airplane. Flights from the most important cities in the neighbouring countries land regularly at Rotterdam Airport and an extensive network of buses, trams and metro is available in the city itself.


To Rotterdam by train

Thalys
Rail travel to Rotterdam is now even faster and easier! Rotterdam can be reached easily from France and Belgium with the Thalys high-speed train. The Thalys has a great customer-oriented strategy, offering customers the opportunity to travel without a printed ticket. Travellers can also enjoy internet connection in the train and a guarantee of excellent service: riding in safety, speed and comfort in a train that is on time and runs often. There are seven trains a day from France, which take three hours and ten minutes to travel between Paris and Rotterdam. The Thalys network in Belgium covers all the major Belgian stations (a special ‘Every Belgian Station’ rate applies to this network). For more information or to book tickets, visit www.thalys.com or thalys.mobi.

Fyra
The Fyra of NS Hispeed is the comfortable train that travels over the high-speed rail line. This offers the fastest connection between Amsterdam and Rotterdam via Schiphol Airport. On working days the Fyra boards once every hour and takes you from Amsterdam to Rotterdam in less than 43 minutes. If you are travelling from Schiphol Airport, then you will arrive in Rotterdam within 26 minutes. When travelling with the Fyra, you need an NS ticket plus Fyra ticket supplement. This paper ticket supplement is available via www.nshispeed.nl, NS self-servcie ticket machines, the NS Service Desk, the NS Hispeed Desk, NS Hispeed Telesales and travel agents. For timetables and more information, go to www.nshispeed.nl.


To Rotterdam by boat
Rotterdam is extremely easy to reach by boat from England. Once you’re at Hoek van Holland, the centre of Rotterdam is only half an hour away. Via P&O North Sea Ferries and Stena Line B.V. you can book your crossing.


To Rotterdam by airplane
The heart of Rotterdam is just half an hour from Rotterdam Airport. The short distances, fast check-in & check-out procedures, and the five star service make travelling via Rotterdam Airport fast and easy. The airport provides a range of facilities to make your journey more pleasant, including restaurants, bars, shops and business facilities. Airlines Transavia, CityJet and KLM all offers scheduled flights to and from Rotterdam.


To Rotterdam by car
Access to Rotterdam and the greater Rotterdam area is continually being improved. Various projects ensure that the traffic is kept moving effectively. The Rotterdam region manages a website on which up-to-the-minute information concerning the accessibility of the city can be found, such as information on traffic congestion, road works and parking, as well as a lot of news and information about public transport. Visit www.bereikbareregiorotterdam.nl to find out the latest information.