Rotterdam is served by Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), located just 7 km from the city center. It offers direct connections to several European cities. Alternatively, travelers can fly into Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), the largest international airport in the Netherlands, situated approximately 60 km from Rotterdam. From Schiphol, high-speed trains and direct intercity services provide convenient access to the city.

One of the fastest and greenest ways to get to Rotterdam is to travel by train. International direct trains from Belgium, France, the UK and Germany arrive and many times a day at Rotterdam Central Station.

The NS Intercity Direct and Thalys high-speed trains connect Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Central Station in 25-30 minutes. Trains run frequently, with departures approximately every 10-15 minutes. Watch this helpful video on how to get to Rotterdam Centraal Station from Schiphol Airport.

Several long-distance bus operators, including FlixBus, provide services from Schiphol to Rotterdam, with a travel time of 50-60 minutes.

A taxi from Schiphol to Rotterdam takes about 50 minutes, though this is a costly option compared to the train.

The RET Bus 33 connects Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Rotterdam Central Station in about 20 minutes. From the station, visitors can easily access the city via tram, metro, or taxi.

Official taxis are available outside the terminal, offering a direct route to the city center in 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic. Ride-sharing services such as Uber are also available.