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 €17 - €29 and takes 3h 5m.

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 €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Leeuwarden and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

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 Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam?

The distance between Leeuwarden and Rotterdam is 258 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 47m and costs €27 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m 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 47m and costs €27 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €29 and takes 3h 5m.

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 Schiphol Airport Train 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 Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Leeuwarden to Rotterdam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 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 Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity direct / ...
2h 47m
€28–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 075
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N885 / ...
3h 5m
€18–28
Drive 206.3 km
1. Drive from Leeuwarden to Rotterdamcar 206.3 km
2h 22m
€43–62
Train via Rotterdam Centraal
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
3h 20m
€33–76

Leeuwarden to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 257.6 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam Centraal via Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeuwarden to Rotterdam Central Station via Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 3h 5m.

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