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Rotterdam to Harlingen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rotterdam and Harlingen takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotterdam to Harlingen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 6m
Duration
261 km
Distance
€39
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Gouda to Leeuwardentrain train Intercity
3h 59m
€32–65

Rotterdam to Harlingen train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rotterdam and Harlingen. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Harlingen at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Gouda and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 9m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 9m • 2 changes

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL2d 9h • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 41m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rotterdam to Harlingen? 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.

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  • Distance: 261 km
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Harlingen, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Leeuwarden hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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