1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
4 h 11 m
Trains on 03 Sept
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 2 trains from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 230 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden costing on average £46.
Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 11m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 3h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:26 Düsseldorf | 4h18 | 11:44 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:11 Düsseldorf | 4h03 | 12:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Leeuwarden station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Leeuwarden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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.
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