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

The cheapest way to get from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €15 - €27 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Leeuwarden and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden and arriving at Rotterdam via Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Leeuwarden and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam?

The distance between Leeuwarden and Rotterdam is 236 km. The road distance is 206.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €25 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeuwarden to Rotterdam bus from?

Leeuwarden to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeuwarden station.

Where do I catch the Leeuwarden to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €27 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Leeuwarden to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Leeuwarden to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Leeuwarden to Rotterdam train arrive?

Leeuwarden to Rotterdam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Gouda station.

Can I drive from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeuwarden to Rotterdam is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam?

Book your Leeuwarden to Rotterdam bus tickets online with FlixBus.

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Leeuwarden to Rotterdam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Goudatrain Intercity
2h 40m
€25–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 075
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk to Rotterdambus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 59m
€15–27
Drive 206.3 km
1. Drive from Leeuwarden to Rotterdamcar 206.3 km
2h 22m
€39–55
Train via Amsterdam
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Zuidtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity direct / ...
2h 43m
€28–60
Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
3h 3m
€32–80

Leeuwarden to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 236 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leeuwarden to Gouda hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam via Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk in around 2h 59m.

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