What is the cheapest way to get from Harlingen to Leiden?

The cheapest way to get from Harlingen to Leiden is to bus and train which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harlingen to Leiden?

The fastest way to get from Harlingen to Leiden is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Harlingen and Leiden?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlingen station to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Harlingen, Station and arriving at Leiden, Groenoord via Zurich, Kop Afsluitdijk, Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Harlingen and Leiden?

No, there is no direct train from Harlingen to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Harlingen and arriving at Leiden Centraal via Leeuwarden and Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Harlingen to Leiden?

The distance between Harlingen and Leiden is 149 km. The road distance is 147.5 km.

How do I travel from Harlingen to Leiden without a car?

The best way to get from Harlingen to Leiden without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 33m and costs €20 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Harlingen to Leiden?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Harlingen to Leiden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlingen to Leiden bus from?

Harlingen to Leiden bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Zurich, Kop Afsluitdijk station.

Where do I catch the Harlingen to Leiden train from?

Harlingen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Leeuwarden station.

Train or bus from Harlingen to Leiden?

The best way to get from Harlingen to Leiden is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 365 bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Harlingen to Leiden bus arrive?

Harlingen to Leiden bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Alkmaar, Station.

Where does the Harlingen to Leiden train arrive?

Harlingen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Can I drive from Harlingen to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlingen to Leiden is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Harlingen to Leiden.

How do I get a train ticket from Harlingen to Leiden?

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Harlingen to Leiden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 365 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Harlingen to Leiden by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Zurich, Kop Afsluitdijk to Alkmaar, Stationbus 350
2. Take the train from Alkmaar to Haarlemtrain Sprinter / ...
3h 33m
€20–34
Train
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
3h 44m
€32–66
Drive 147.5 km
1. Drive from Harlingen to Leidencar 147.5 km
1h 43m
€27–38
Bus, line 365 bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich, Kop Afsluitdijk to Alkmaar, Stationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Schiphol, Airport/Plaza to Leiden, Groenoordbus 365
5h 15m
€24–35

Harlingen to Leiden by bus and train

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Distance: 149.4 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leeuwarden to Schiphol Airport Train Station hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harlingen, Station to Leiden, Groenoord via Zurich, Kop Afsluitdijk, Alkmaar, Station, Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt), Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza in around 5h 15m.

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