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London Rotterdam

321 km · United Kingdom to Netherlands · Fastest: 3h by flight

How to travel from London to Rotterdam

There is 1 way to travel between London and Rotterdam — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

Not practical for this route.

✈️Flight
€48–158
Duration: 2h 56m
via Ryanair, easyJet, British Airways, KLM, Transavia
~50 kg CO2 per passenger
🚗Car

Not practical for this route.

Where they are on the map

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London and Rotterdam highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

London to Rotterdam — every option in detail

London to Rotterdam by train

Train is not practical between London and Rotterdam because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects London and Rotterdam via international airports.

London to Rotterdam by bus

Bus is not practical between London and Rotterdam because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects London and Rotterdam via international airports.

London to Rotterdam by flight

Flights between London and Rotterdam take around 0h in the air, but plan on roughly 2h 56m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, British Airways, KLM, Transavia.

Typical fare range is €48–158. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 50 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

London to Rotterdam by car

Car is not practical between London and Rotterdam because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects London and Rotterdam via international airports.

About this route

The distance between London and Rotterdam is approximately 321 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from London to Rotterdam?+

The fastest way is by flight, taking around 2h 56m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.

What is the cheapest way to get from London to Rotterdam?+

Flight is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €48. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.

Do I need to fly from London to Rotterdam?+

Flying is the most practical option for this 321 km route. Both cities have international airports with regular service.

How far is London from Rotterdam?+

The straight-line distance is approximately 321 kilometres (199 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.