Schipol to Rotterdam NOT by train

[luvn2cruzzz]

Looking for recommendations from Schipol to Rotterdam that is NOT by train.  Since ships are leaving from Rotterdam now rather than Amsterdam, perhaps someone has used a car or taxi service.  Thank you.

[Ine]

You can check some of those links for cabs. It will not be cheap however.

https://www.taxicentrale-schiphol.nl/

 

https://www.amsterdamtaxi.net/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw08aYBhDlARIsAA_gb0dSON7agykPcS_C0bq0SaryvAzOpoN0n4NBB_c-uq-nAez6dvFWQBMaAtC5EALw_wcB

 

https://www.schipholtaxi.pro/en/taxi-from-schiphol-airport/

[VMax1700]

I used Staxi last week from Schiphol to Hotel New York in Rotterdam.

Price was €107.50 (euros) cash to the driver.  No pre payment required.

On arrival at Amsterdam Schiphol I received a 'WhatsApp' message from Staxi and just told them when I had collected baggage.  A few minutes later the driver 'WhatsApp'ed me with meeting instructions.

It was private car like uber but spotlessly clean and the driver was great at loading bags etc.

We would recommend them.

staxi.nl

Edited September 2, 2022 by VMax1700
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[FreestyleNovice]

I would not recommend a taxi for a single person unless you have mobility issues or other urgent reasons, the cost is just too high in my opinion. The point to point is convenient but getting on the train and off the train at Rotterdam is easy. Perhaps a taxi (from the cue) at Rotterdam Central Station to cruise ship I would agree on, not having to deal with the metro. The total costs would be a quarter or third of the whole journey by taxi.

 

The NS (Dutch Railways) are heaving some difficulties at the moment but nothing can beat the direct train to Rotterdam; Intercity Direct with a 26 minute non stop connection.

Single full fare 2nd class: €13,60, single full fare 1st class: €22,71. Add 1 Euro fee for a paper single use OV Chip Card if you don't have a plastic OV Chip Card.

 

It's reliable, safe (safer than an all stop service..), there's 1st class, etc. At Schiphol the train platform is below Plaza (were you exit the baggage hall) and even before you enter the taxi line. At Rotterdam you will see a line of taxis outside the station.

[Divi]

We booked mydaytrip for transportation from Amsterdam to Rotterdam 

[luvn2cruzzz]

On 9/5/2022 at 5:08 PM, FreestyleNovice said:

I would not recommend a taxi for a single person unless you have mobility issues or other urgent reasons, the cost is just too high in my opinion. The point to point is convenient but getting on the train and off the train at Rotterdam is easy. Perhaps a taxi (from the cue) at Rotterdam Central Station to cruise ship I would agree on, not having to deal with the metro. The total costs would be a quarter or third of the whole journey by taxi.

 

The NS (Dutch Railways) are heaving some difficulties at the moment but nothing can beat the direct train to Rotterdam; Intercity Direct with a 26 minute non stop connection.

Single full fare 2nd class: €13,60, single full fare 1st class: €22,71. Add 1 Euro fee for a paper single use OV Chip Card if you don't have a plastic OV Chip Card.

 

It's reliable, safe (safer than an all stop service..), there's 1st class, etc. At Schiphol the train platform is below Plaza (were you exit the baggage hall) and even before you enter the taxi line. At Rotterdam you will see a line of taxis outside the station.

There are three of us traveling together and we have booked our car service from Schipol to Rotterdam hotels.  Thanks for your input.

[FreestyleNovice]

2 hours ago, luvn2cruzzz said:

There are three of us traveling together and we have booked our car service from Schipol to Rotterdam hotels.  Thanks for your input.

 

With three it makes sense! Enjoy The Netherlands! 

[southernbreezes]

On 9/9/2022 at 2:53 PM, FreestyleNovice said:

 

With three it makes sense! Enjoy The Netherlands! 

And with Luggage it makes sense. We travel with 3-4 checked bags and 2 carry on.

[Dutch_Travelgirl]

The fact that one has luggage doesn’t mean one can’t take the train. I’ve taken the train to and from Schiphol carrying 2 suitcases, a hand luggage sized trolley and a backpack just by myself. I managed to get all this on and off the train without problems. 
I can understand this is not for everyone, but having luggage doesn’t mean you can’t take the train. 

[VMax1700]

On 9/28/2022 at 7:14 AM, Dutch_Travelgirl said:

The fact that one has luggage doesn’t mean one can’t take the train. I’ve taken the train to and from Schiphol carrying 2 suitcases, a hand luggage sized trolley and a backpack just by myself. I managed to get all this on and off the train without problems. 
I can understand this is not for everyone, but having luggage doesn’t mean you can’t take the train. 

Agree!

[FreestyleNovice]

And don't forget to stay with your luggage in the train at all times. With most of you probably traveling on our double decker trains (all stop services are smaller trains) the best choice is to grab a seat directly at the door section to avoid the small stairs up or down into the train compartment.

 

Just avoid the sections where the bathroom is.. 

[FreestyleNovice]

Hm, posting this extra information in a "NOT by train" thread might not as helpful for others as I thought.. 

[ladysail2]

On 10/6/2022 at 6:04 AM, FreestyleNovice said:

Hm, posting this extra information in a "NOT by train" thread might not as helpful for others as I thought.. 

The topic veered ‘off track’…..🤣🤣

[LynnCanada]

On 9/7/2022 at 12:41 PM, Divi said:

We booked mydaytrip for transportation from Amsterdam to Rotterdam 

Have you used mydaytrip yet?  I am also looking for transportation from Amsterdam to Rotterdam and am wondering if you have found them reliable.

[peachquilter]

On 9/27/2022 at 11:14 PM, Dutch_Travelgirl said:

The fact that one has luggage doesn’t mean one can’t take the train. I’ve taken the train to and from Schiphol carrying 2 suitcases, a hand luggage sized trolley and a backpack just by myself. I managed to get all this on and off the train without problems. 
I can understand this is not for everyone, but having luggage doesn’t mean you can’t take the train. 

Can you tell me how the luggage is handled on the train.  Can you keep it beside you?  Is it stored?  In Ireland we dropped all luggage at the front of the train car.  Thx u.  

[Dutch_Travelgirl]

You keep your luggage with you at all times. Some trains have a luggage rack, if not you just keep it beside you. On trains to and from Schiphol lots of people have luggage with them, it really isn’t a big deal. 

Edited September 23, 2023 by Dutch_Travelgirl