Rotterdam airport transfers from RTM and Schiphol
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is close to the city, with bus connections toward the metro and Centraal Station. Schiphol is also a practical arrival airport because trains link it with Rotterdam. Choose your route by your accommodation's nearest station, and check the actual service for your arrival time before deciding between public transport and a taxi.
The airports
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
- about 6 km northwest, roughly 20 to 40 minutes depending on transport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- about 60 km north, roughly 25 to 60 minutes by train depending on the service
Every way from the airport to Rotterdam
| How | Airport | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus and metroBus 33 and metro E via Meijersplein | RTM | about 30 minutes to Rotterdam Centraal, plus waiting | Continuing to a metro stop near your accommodation |
| BusBus 33 to Rotterdam Centraal | RTM | roughly 25 to 35 minutes, depending on traffic | A simple public transport journey to Centraal |
| TaxiOfficial airport taxi | RTM | about 15 to 25 minutes to the center | Luggage, groups and a direct arrival |
| TrainNS trains to Rotterdam Centraal | AMS | about 25 to 60 minutes, depending on the service | Arrivals at Schiphol heading to central Rotterdam |
| TaxiOfficial taxi or booked airport transfer | AMS | about 50 to 75 minutes, longer in heavy traffic | A direct journey with several bags |
How each one works
Bus and metro: Bus 33 and metro E via Meijersplein
Take bus 33 from outside the terminal toward Meijersplein, then change to metro E toward Rotterdam. Use your contactless payment card to check in and out, following the separate boarding and payment arrangements for each service.
Bus: Bus 33 to Rotterdam Centraal
At the terminal bus stop, check the display for bus 33 toward Rotterdam Centraal. The direct bus avoids changing at Meijersplein. Pay with a supported contactless card and check out when you leave the bus.
Taxi: Official airport taxi
Follow terminal signs to the official taxi rank and give the driver your full accommodation address. Ask how the fare will be calculated before departure. A taxi is useful with bulky luggage or an address beyond an easy metro walk.
Train: NS trains to Rotterdam Centraal
Follow train signs to the station beneath Schiphol Plaza. Check the NS journey planner for a direct service to Rotterdam Centraal. Ticket requirements differ between services, and some require a supplement, so confirm your chosen train before boarding.
Taxi: Official taxi or booked airport transfer
Use the official airport taxi rank or follow the meeting instructions from your booked transfer company. Confirm whether a fixed fare applies and give the full Rotterdam address. Allow extra time if traveling during the morning or evening rush.
Arriving late or leaving early
Check the last bus and metro connections from RTM before traveling, since a late landing can remove the public transport option. From Schiphol, check the overnight rail journey separately because it can differ from daytime services. For an early flight, compare the first connection with your required airport arrival time.
Before you land
- Use the same card or device to check in and out. A physical card and its phone wallet version are treated separately.
- Check which station is closest to your accommodation before defaulting to Centraal. Blaak or another metro stop may reduce your final walk.
- Leave a buffer for baggage collection and disruption when comparing flight arrival times with the last public transport connection.
Rotterdam airport transfers from RTM and Schiphol
Which airport is closest to Rotterdam?
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is the closest. Its terminal has bus connections toward Rotterdam Centraal and the metro at Meijersplein.
Can I travel directly from Schiphol to Rotterdam?
Yes, direct trains connect Schiphol Airport station with Rotterdam Centraal. Check the service and ticket conditions, including whether your selected train needs a supplement.
Is there a metro station inside Rotterdam airport?
No. Take bus 33 to Meijersplein for metro E, or use the bus toward Rotterdam Centraal if that is simpler for your destination.
What is the easiest option after a late landing?
Check whether public transport still connects all the way to your destination. If it does not, an official taxi or a booked transfer provides a direct alternative.