Oslo to Rotterdam, Netherlands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

602.5 miles 969.6 km · straight line
969.4 miles actual route 1560.1 km · driving distance
17h 12min estimated drive time
NOK 1927 - NOK 2371 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
206° SSW bearing direction

How far is Oslo from Rotterdam, Netherlands?

The distance from Oslo to Rotterdam, Netherlands is 602.5 miles (969.6 km) as the crow flies. Rotterdam, Netherlands is located SSW of Oslo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 969.4 miles, taking about 17h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Oslo is in Norway, while Rotterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Oslo 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 Oslo to Rotterdam, Netherlands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 12min NOK 1927 - NOK 2371 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 38min $78–$145* Budget
Train ~22h 22min $116–$339* Comfort

Quick Facts

Oslo
59.91°N, 10.75°E
Europe/Oslo
23m 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 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM