Route guide

Stockholm → Rotterdam

1182 km · Sweden to Netherlands · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €39+ by bus

How to travel from Stockholm to Rotterdam

There are 4 ways to travel between Stockholm and Rotterdam — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€86–253

Duration: 9h 51m

via SJ, NS (Intercity)

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€39–103

Duration: 16h 53m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~33 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€82–262

Duration: 4h 5m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, KLM, Transavia

~184 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€142–260

Duration: 13h 8m

~201 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1182 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Sweden into Netherlands. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Stockholm to Rotterdam — every option in detail

Stockholm to Rotterdam by train

Trains link Stockholm (Sweden) and Rotterdam (Netherlands) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 51m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SJ, NS (Intercity).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €86 to €253. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 184 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~167 kg on this distance.

Stockholm to Rotterdam by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Stockholm and Rotterdam with a typical journey of 16h 53m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €39 when booked in advance, rising to €103 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Stockholm to Rotterdam by flight

Flights between Stockholm and Rotterdam take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 5m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, KLM, Transavia.

Typical fare range is €82–262. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 184 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Stockholm to Rotterdam by car

The driving distance from Stockholm to Rotterdam is approximately 1359 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 8m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €142–260 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Sweden–Netherlands border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 201 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Stockholm and Rotterdam is approximately 1182 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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