Getting around in Rotterdam
International travel
Rotterdam-Zuid gets new travel vaccination centre
Jun 05, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 1 June 2026 – Travellers in Rotterdam-Zuid will soon have a new nearby option for travel advice and vaccinations.…
Public transportation
RET introduces Regio Vrij subscription
May 08, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 8 May 2026 – Travelling often by bus, tram or metro in the Rotterdam-The Hague region now has a new monthly option:…
Ride-sharing
MyWheels adds 30 electric shared cars in Rotterdam
May 04, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 30 April 2026 – MyWheels has added 30 electric shared cars in Rotterdam, bringing its local fleet to around 230…
International travel
Metropole restaurant opens at Rotterdam The Hague Airport
Apr 09, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 7 April 2026 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport is opening a new restaurant, Metropole, as part of its wider terminal…
International travel
New Rotterdam flights: AJet to Istanbul, Aegean to Athens from September
Feb 27, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 25 February 2026 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport has confirmed two route updates that will matter if you like quick city…
Cars & Parking
Driving to Belgium or Germany? Consider filling up on the way
Feb 25, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 24 February 2026 – Fuel is more expensive again in the Netherlands in 2026, and a new calculation by…
Public transportation
OVpay replaces OV-chipkaart as new system rolls out
Feb 10, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 6 February 2026 – The OV-chipkaart is on its way out, and the Netherlands is moving to OVpay: tapping in and out with…
International travel
Eurostar from Rotterdam to London: a direct, city-centre trip
Jan 17, 2026
Rotterdam to London by train is one of those travel moves that just makes sense. You leave Rotterdam Centraal, and you arrive in…
Cars & Parking
Parking in Rotterdam: how to keep it simple (and avoid an expensive surprise)
Jan 06, 2026
Rotterdam is built for moving: trams, bikes, fast roads, and a city centre that does not really want you circling for a kerbside…
Ride-sharing
Electric scooters, mopeds and bicycles available in Rotterdam
Dec 08, 2025
Rotterdam’s streets are alive with a growing fleet of shared electric vehicles that give residents and visitors a practical…
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Public transportation
What changes in RET metro, tram and bus from January 2026
Dec 07, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 4 December 2025 – RET will switch to a holiday timetable in and around Rotterdam from 20 December to 4 January, with…
International travel
New flights from Rotterdam to Tangier and Algiers
Nov 15, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 14 November 2025 – Direct flights from Rotterdam to Tangier and Algiers are being added to the timetable at Rotterdam…
Public transportation
Free public transport in Rotterdam for kids and AOW residents
Nov 10, 2025
Rotterdam residents can travel for free by bus, tram and metro if they are aged 4 to 11 or are AOW eligible. This guide explains…
Public transportation
Major disruption at Rotterdam Centraal this weekend: no trains
Nov 07, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 7 November 2025 — Over the coming weekend (Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 November 2025), the city’s primary rail hub,…
Public transportation
Travel smarter: earn rewards with new ReisWijs app
Nov 03, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 3 November 2025 – To keep the region moving despite increasing congestion, Zuid-Holland Bereikbaar has launched the…
Cars & Parking
Major road closures on A13, A16 and N209 near Rotterdam
Oct 23, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 23 October 2025 — Major traffic delays are expected this weekend as Rijkswaterstaat completes the final connection of…
Cars & Parking
A16 Rotterdam now open: new route towards Dordrecht and Breda
Oct 06, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 6 October 2025 – The new A16 motorway in Rotterdam officially opened to traffic early Monday morning, creating a…
International travel
Rotterdam Airport files new decree to reduce noise and emissions
Oct 04, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 2 October 2025 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport has submitted an application for a new luchthavenbesluit (airport decree)…
Public transportation
Rotterdam trams lose Stadhuis and Pompenburg stops
Oct 02, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 2 October 2025 – From 13 October, tram stops Stadhuis and Pompenburg will be permanently removed. Several tram lines…
Cars & Parking
Major road closures near Rotterdam 3–6 October
Oct 02, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 2 October 2025 – Motorists in Rotterdam and The Hague face severe disruption from 3 to 6 October due to large-scale…
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Cars & Parking
Rotterdam’s new A16 motorway opens in October
Sep 30, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 30 September 2025 – After six years of work, the new A16 motorway at the northern edge of Rotterdam is set to open in…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Rotterdam seniors get mobility support with Uber Senior
Sep 30, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 3 October 2025 – On Senior Citizens’ Day (Ouderendag), attention turns to the mobility problems faced by older…
Ride-sharing
300th Greenwheels car launched in Rotterdam
Sep 04, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 4 September 2025 – A new car has appeared on the streets of Rotterdam — and it's more symbolic than it looks. The…
Public transportation
RET launches weekend night buses in Rotterdam
Aug 26, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 26 August 2025 – RET is set to (re)launch a night bus network, offering late-night public transport from the city…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt Assist launches in Rotterdam for passengers needing extra support
Aug 21, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 21 August 2025 – A new ride category aimed at travellers needing additional support has been introduced by Bolt in…
Public transportation
Save on Rotterdam travel with RET discount plans
Aug 08, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 8 August 2025 – Regular users of Rotterdam’s public transport can cut their travel costs with RET discount…
Public transportation
RET group ticket: unlimited travel for up to five people
Aug 08, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 8 August 2025 – Travelling around the city in a group or with family has become more straightforward thanks to the RET…
International travel
Self-driving shuttle launched between Meijersplein and RTHA
Jul 29, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 29 July 2025 – A new shuttle bus has begun operating between metro station Meijersplein and Rotterdam The Hague…
Public transportation
RET announces summer timetable from 21 July
Jul 03, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 3 July 2025 – RET will operate a summer timetable from 21 July to 31 August, affecting metro, tram and bus services…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt adds flight tracking at Rotterdam airport
Jun 19, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 18 June 2025 – Travellers flying into Rotterdam The Hague Airport can now link their flights to the Bolt app, as the…
Public transportation
No NS trains in Rotterdam on 10 June
Jun 09, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 9 June 2025 – Train services throughout the Netherlands, including those in Rotterdam, will be suspended on Tuesday,…
Public transportation
No NS trains in Rotterdam on 6 June due to strike
Jun 05, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 5 June 2025 – Train services across the Netherlands, including those in and around Rotterdam, will be suspended on…
International travel
Runway renovation to close Rotterdam airport in 2028
May 29, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 29 May 2025 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport is set to close temporarily in 2028 for extensive maintenance work. The…
Public transportation
RET updates Rotterdam bus schedule from 5 May
May 02, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 2 May 2025 – A revised bus timetable will be introduced in Rotterdam from Monday 5 May. Changes include route updates…
Cars & Parking
Free public transport at Rotterdam P+Rs in May
Apr 24, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 23 April 2025 – Free public transport will be offered to weekend visitors at select P+R locations in May, as part of a…
International travel
Tips to speed up security at Rotterdam airport
Apr 04, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 28 March 2025 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport urges travellers to dress simply and follow baggage rules to speed up the…
Ride-sharing
Rotterdam tackles wrongly parked shared scooters
Mar 26, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 24 March 2025 – A new campaign and stricter regulations have been introduced in Rotterdam to reduce the nuisance…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Uber reveals Rotterdam passengers get low ratings
Mar 20, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 20 March 2025 – Uber's latest passenger rating data reveals that Rotterdam passengers receive some of the lowest…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt introduces new safety features for Dutch taxi rides
Feb 13, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 13 February 2025 – Bolt has introduced two new safety features in the Netherlands, offering passengers and drivers…
Public transportation
Rotterdam metro starts earlier on weekdays
Feb 07, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 7 February 2025 – Early morning commuters in Rotterdam will see a change in metro schedules as the first departures on…
Public transportation
Rotterdam’s tram network explained
Jan 06, 2025
The RET tram network is designed to serve Rotterdam's diverse neighbourhoods and key locations efficiently. As of January 2025,…
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Ride-sharing
Greenwheels grows its Rotterdam fleet with 291 shared cars
Dec 17, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 17 December 2024 – Car-sharing company Greenwheels continues to expand its presence in Rotterdam, reporting…
Cars & Parking
EasyPark and My Way bring new parking options to Rotterdam
Dec 12, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 12 December 2024 – A new collaboration between EasyPark and My Way introduces improved parking access in Rotterdam.…
Public transportation
RET group ticket offers all-day travel in Rotterdam
Oct 27, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 26 October 2024 – RET’s new group travel ticket offers a cost-effective solution for families and groups travelling…
Cycling
900 new bike spots open in De Koopgoot, Rotterdam
Oct 17, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 17 October 2024 – A new bike parking facility has opened in De Koopgoot, accommodating over 900 bicycles. Located in…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt launches electric rides in Rotterdam
Sep 30, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 30 September 2024 – Bolt has introduced its all-electric ride category in Rotterdam, offering residents and visitors a…
International travel
Rotterdam airport plans fewer night flights and lower CO₂
Aug 22, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 22 August 2024 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) is nearing the completion of a new airport decision request, which…
International travel
New liquid rules for hand luggage at Rotterdam The Hague Airport
Aug 01, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 1 August 2024 – New regulations at Rotterdam The Hague Airport will soon affect travellers carrying liquids in hand…
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Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt expands Rotterdam ride bookings to 90 days
May 13, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 7 May 2024 – Bolt has expanded its scheduled ride booking window in Rotterdam from 72 hours to 90 days, improving…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt's third anniversary in Rotterdam
Mar 07, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 21 March 2024 – On the occasion of its third anniversary in Rotterdam, Bolt has reported a substantial increase in…
Public transportation
Rotterdam's youth to benefit from extra OV credit
Feb 15, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 15 February 2024 – A new initiative by the Rotterdam municipality provides additional funds for young people to travel…
Ride-sharing
One app for scooter sharing in the Netherlands
Feb 13, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 13 February 2024 – A leap towards unified urban mobility, as a local platform brings all scooter sharing services…
Cycling
Lime launches new Gen4 E-bikes in Rotterdam
Oct 24, 2023
ROTTERDAM, 24 October 2023 – Lime introduces its latest generation of e-bikes, Gen4, in Rotterdam, marking a significant upgrade…
Cars & Parking
Charging your electric vehicle in Rotterdam: A comprehensive overview
Jul 27, 2023
Rotterdam, a city committed to improving air quality, is actively promoting the use of electric vehicles. With over 2,200 public…
Public transportation
Rotterdam transit adopts card & mobile payment options
Apr 14, 2023
Public transport in the Rotterdam area has become more convenient as passengers can now use their contactless bank cards, credit…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Bolt taxi service in Rotterdam now allows pets on board
May 20, 2021
ROTTERDAM, 20 May 2021 - Bolt taxi service now allows pets on board. Pet owners in Rotterdam are now able to use the 'Pet…
Ride hailing & Taxis
Uber competitor Bolt expands taxi services to Rotterdam
Mar 11, 2021
After a successful launch in Amsterdam, Bolt is now available in Rotterdam. The taxi service is a direct competitor to Uber and…
Ride-sharing
SIXT share launches electric carsharing service in Rotterdam
Oct 05, 2020
SIXT is known for its classical car rental services; you rent a car online or through the app, you go to the counter, get your…
Cycling
Traffic fines for cycling in Rotterdam - how to avoid them!
Jul 27, 2019
Riding your bike will get you from point A to point B for free. But did you know you can be fined up to €150 if you break the…
Public transportation
Buy public transport tickets online with the RET Barcode app
Jul 10, 2018
You can now buy public transportation tickets online with the RET Barcode app. The app is available for both Android and iOS…
