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

The cheapest way to get from Harlingen to Rotterdam is to line 71 bus and bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harlingen to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Harlingen and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlingen to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Harlingen, Veerbootterminal and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Leeuwarden and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Harlingen and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Harlingen to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Harlingen and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Leeuwarden and Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Harlingen to Rotterdam?

The distance between Harlingen and Rotterdam is 283 km. The road distance is 179.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Harlingen to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 3h 58m and costs €30 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Harlingen to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlingen to Rotterdam bus from?

Harlingen to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Harlingen, Veerbootterminal station.

Where do I catch the Harlingen to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Harlingen to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Harlingen to Rotterdam is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 3h 58m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can line 71 bus and bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Harlingen to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Harlingen to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Leeuwarden, Busstation.

Where does the Harlingen to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harlingen to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlingen to Rotterdam is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Harlingen to Rotterdam.

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

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Harlingen to Rotterdam - 5 ways to travel via train, line 71 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Harlingen to Rotterdam by train, bus, or car

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Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
best
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity direct / ...
3h 58m
€33–65
Line 71 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harlingen, Veerbootterminal to Leeuwarden, Busstationbus 71 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 075
3. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Central Stationbus 813 / ...
5h 2m
€25–38
Drive 179.9 km
1. Drive from Harlingen to Rotterdamcar 179.9 km
2h 3m
€38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Goudatrain Intercity
4h 3m
€31–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zurich, Kop Afsluitdijk to Alkmaar, Stationbus 350
2. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain
3. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
4h 43m
€28–46

Harlingen to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 282.6 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Harlingen to Rotterdam Centraal via Leeuwarden and Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harlingen, Veerbootterminal to Rotterdam Central Station via Leeuwarden, Busstation, Leeuwarden, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 5h 2m.

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