The average train between Harlingen and Rotterdam takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Harlingen to Rotterdam. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Harlingen and Rotterdam. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlingen is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Rotterdam at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeuwarden and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Harlingen to Rotterdam? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Harlingen to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden station and arriving at Gouda station via Gouda station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Harlingen to Rotterdam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Leeuwarden station.
Harlingen to Rotterdam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Gouda station.
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The distance between Harlingen and Rotterdam is 153.2 km. The road distance is 180 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leeuwarden to Gouda hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 15m.