Amsterdam, Netherlands to Rotterdam, Netherlands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

35.5 miles 57.2 km · straight line
49.8 miles actual route 80.2 km · driving distance
1h 9min estimated drive time
€10 - €13 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Rotterdam, Netherlands?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Rotterdam, Netherlands is 35.5 miles (57.2 km) as the crow flies. Rotterdam, Netherlands is located SSW of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 49.8 miles, taking about 1h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in Netherlands.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amsterdam, Netherlands and Rotterdam, Netherlands. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Rotterdam, Netherlands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 9min €10 - €13 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Amsterdam, Netherlands & Rotterdam, Netherlands

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Rotterdam, Netherlands
51.92°N, 4.48°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 700.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM