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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
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 £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Leeuwarden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
8:114h03Düsseldorf12:14Leeuwarden£381One-way0 changes- 20:113h41Düsseldorf23:52Leeuwarden£721One-way0 changes
- 20:113h41Düsseldorf23:52Leeuwarden£721One-way0 changes
- 8:114h03Düsseldorf12:14Leeuwarden£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden
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 prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 230 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£58 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:11 Düsseldorf | 4h03 | 12:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden by coach or train
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Why should you book Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH, VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH, VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £18 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 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Leeuwarden from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Leeuwarden train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Leeuwarden
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.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Leeuwarden leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Leeuwarden station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Leeuwarden from Leeuwarden city centre
Leeuwarden is 1 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Brasserie Oranje, Restaurant Wannee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leeuwarden. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leeuwarden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeuwarden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeuwarden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden, Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café, Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof.
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