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Fries Museum
Friesland’s main museum presents regional history, art and changing exhibitions in a modern building near the station and city centre.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£27
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
2 h 4 m
Trains on 20 Oct
27
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arnhem to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arnhem to Leeuwarden will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Arnhem to Leeuwarden you need to make at least one change.
SPR 7627 · IC 28534 · SPR 28620 · IC 831
SPR 7623 · IC 28530 · SPR 28616 · IC 827
SPR 7621 · SPR 28614 · IC 625
SPR 7629 · SPR 28622 · IC 633
SPR 7631 · IC 28538 · SPR 28624 · IC 835
IC 28542 · SPR 28628 · IC 839
IC 28532 · SPR 28618 · IC 629
IC 28530 · SPR 28616 · IC 827
SPR 28622 · IC 633
IC 28540 · SPR 28626 · IC 637Trains from Arnhem to Leeuwarden run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:46 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Arnhem to Leeuwarden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPR 7621 · SPR 28614 · IC 625 | 8:01 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 10:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7624 · SPR 28614 · IC 625 | 8:03 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 10:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 28614 · IC 625 | 8:10 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 10:14 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
SPR 7623 · IC 28530 · SPR 28616 · IC 827 | 8:31 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 10:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
SPR 7626 · IC 28530 · SPR 28616 · IC 827 | 8:33 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 10:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 28530 · SPR 28616 · IC 827 | 8:40 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 10:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7625 · IC 28532 · SPR 28618 · IC 629 | 9:01 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
SPR 7628 · IC 28532 · SPR 28618 · IC 629 | 9:03 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 28532 · SPR 28618 · IC 629 | 9:10 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 11:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7627 · IC 28534 · SPR 28620 · IC 831 | 9:27 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h17 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
SPR 7627 · IC 28534 · SPR 28620 · IC 831 | 9:31 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 28534 · SPR 28620 · IC 831 | 9:40 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 11:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7629 · SPR 28622 · IC 633 | 10:01 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7632 · SPR 28622 · IC 633 | 10:03 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 28622 · IC 633 | 10:10 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 12:14 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
SPR 7631 · IC 28538 · SPR 28624 · IC 835 | 10:31 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 12:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
SPR 7634 · IC 28538 · SPR 28624 · IC 835 | 10:33 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 12:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 28538 · SPR 28624 · IC 835 | 10:40 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 12:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7633 · IC 28540 · SPR 28626 · IC 637 | 11:01 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 13:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
SPR 7636 · IC 28540 · SPR 28626 · IC 637 | 11:03 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 13:14 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 28540 · SPR 28626 · IC 637 | 11:10 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 13:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7638 · IC 28542 · SPR 28628 · IC 839 | 11:31 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
SPR 7638 · IC 28542 · SPR 28628 · IC 839 | 11:34 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h10 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 3 changes | |
IC 28542 · SPR 28628 · IC 839 | 11:41 Arnhem station | 2h03 | 13:44 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7637 · SPR 28630 · IC 641 | 12:01 Arnhem Presikhaaf | 2h13 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 7640 · SPR 28630 · IC 641 | 12:03 Arnhem Velperpoort | 2h11 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 2 changes | |
SPR 28630 · IC 641 | 12:10 Arnhem station | 2h04 | 14:14 Leeuwarden station | 1 change | |
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Friesland’s main museum presents regional history, art and changing exhibitions in a modern building near the station and city centre.
Museum in the former prison where resistance fighter Mata Hari was once held. It explores crime, punishment and justice in an atmospheric setting.
Historic canal house museum with period rooms and collections showing elite life in Leeuwarden across past centuries.
Main shopping street and canal promenade lined with historic buildings, terraces and bridges. It is central to everyday city life and ideal for strolling.
Pleasant waterside route with moorings, trees and old houses. It offers one of the city’s most attractive urban walks near the historic core.
Historic shopping street known for independent shops, handsome façades and a calmer atmosphere than the main retail streets.
A Frisian rye bread loaf with a dense, slightly sweet texture, traditionally baked slowly and often served with cheese or bacon in Friesland.
Traditional sugar bread from Friesland with pearl sugar and cinnamon. It is a festive local favourite, often eaten at breakfast or with coffee.
A Frisia-inspired clove biscuit or cake, linked to local baking traditions. Its warm spice flavour makes it a classic treat with coffee or tea.
Well-known waterside venue serving modern Dutch and French-influenced dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting.
Stylish restaurant in the city centre known for refined seasonal cooking and an intimate, modern atmosphere.
Popular grand café and restaurant for lunch, dinner and drinks, with a lively central location and broad menu.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost less than Amsterdam, while local buses and trains are fairly priced for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Leeuwarden station -> Leeuwarden city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arnhem to Leeuwarden by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeuwarden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Arnhem to Leeuwarden trains use the Arnhem to Leeuwarden station pair, with some services arriving at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen. Use this guide to compare Arnhem and Leeuwarden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Arnhem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Verheyden, Dudok Arnhem
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Arnhem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arnhem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arnhem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arnhem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arnhem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Arnhem, Hotel Haarhuis, Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis.
Arnhem Velperpoort has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arnhem Velperpoort.
ATMs are available at Arnhem Velperpoort.
Available at Arnhem Velperpoort: Parking, WC.
Available at Arnhem Velperpoort: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arnhem Velperpoort.
Arnhem Presikhaaf is 2 km from Arnhem city centre. Public transport options include:
Arnhem Presikhaaf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Arnhem Presikhaaf.
ATMs are available at Arnhem Presikhaaf.
Available at Arnhem Presikhaaf: Parking.
Available at Arnhem Presikhaaf: Bike Parking.
Leeuwarden is 1 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brasserie Oranje, Restaurant Wannee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leeuwarden. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leeuwarden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeuwarden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeuwarden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden, Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café, Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof.
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen is 2 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Taxis.
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
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