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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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£7
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£8
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
17 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
19 m
Trains on 20 Oct
10
Distance
28 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 10 trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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.
IC 6177:570h17Heerenveen station8:14Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes- IC 6218:570h17Heerenveen station9:14Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- SPR 90198:060h21Heerenveen station8:27Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- SPR 90218:360h21Heerenveen station8:57Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- IC 8198:270h17Heerenveen station8:44Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- IC 6177:570h17Heerenveen station8:14Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- IC 6218:570h17Heerenveen station9:14Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- IC 8198:270h17Heerenveen station8:44Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- SPR 90198:060h21Heerenveen station8:27Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
- SPR 90218:360h21Heerenveen station8:57Leeuwarden station£71One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden
NetherlandsNetherlands
Trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden run on average 12 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Live departures
Heerenveen to Leeuwarden train times
The table below shows live departures for Heerenveen to Leeuwarden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 617 | 7:57 Heerenveen station | 0h17 | 8:14 Leeuwarden station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 617+ ST 37428 | 7:57 Heerenveen station | 0h26 | 8:23 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 1 change | |
| SPR 9019 | 8:06 Heerenveen station | 0h21 | 8:27 Leeuwarden station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 819 | 8:27 Heerenveen station | 0h17 | 8:44 Leeuwarden station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 819+ST 37430 | 8:27 Heerenveen station | 0h26 | 8:53 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 1 change | |
| SPR 9021 | 8:36 Heerenveen station | 0h21 | 8:57 Leeuwarden station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 621 | 8:57 Heerenveen station | 0h17 | 9:14 Leeuwarden station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 621+ST 37432 | 8:57 Heerenveen station | 0h26 | 9:23 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 1 change | |
| IC 823+ST 37434 | 9:27 Heerenveen station | 0h26 | 9:53 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 1 change | |
| IC 625+ST 37436 | 9:57 Heerenveen station | 0h26 | 10:23 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 1 change | |
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Train companies: NS Domestic from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden trainsNS Domestic trains will get you between Heerenveen and Leeuwarden from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS Domestic
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
17m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
£7
NS Domestic frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Leeuwarden
Things to do in Leeuwarden
Discover the best of Leeuwarden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeuwarden trip today.
- Recommended
Keramiekmuseum Princessehof
Museum in the former prison where resistance fighter Mata Hari was once held. It explores crime, punishment and justice in an atmospheric setting.
- Recommended
Historisch Centrum Leeuwarden
Historic canal house museum with period rooms and collections showing elite life in Leeuwarden across past centuries.
- Must visit
Nieuwestad
Main shopping street and canal promenade lined with historic buildings, terraces and bridges. It is central to everyday city life and ideal for strolling.
- Recommended
Prinsentuin
Pleasant waterside route with moorings, trees and old houses. It offers one of the city’s most attractive urban walks near the historic core.
- Recommended
Kleine Kerkstraat
Historic shopping street known for independent shops, handsome façades and a calmer atmosphere than the main retail streets.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Fries roggebrood
A Frisian rye bread loaf with a dense, slightly sweet texture, traditionally baked slowly and often served with cheese or bacon in Friesland.
- Vegetarian
Friese suikerbrood
Traditional sugar bread from Friesland with pearl sugar and cinnamon. It is a festive local favourite, often eaten at breakfast or with coffee.
- Vegetarian
Oranjekoek
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.
Restaurant By Us
Well-known waterside venue serving modern Dutch and French-influenced dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting.
Restaurant élevé
Stylish restaurant in the city centre known for refined seasonal cooking and an intimate, modern atmosphere.
Grand Café Post-Plaza
Popular grand café and restaurant for lunch, dinner and drinks, with a lively central location and broad menu.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost less than Amsterdam, while local buses and trains are fairly priced for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
OVpay
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Leeuwarden station -> Leeuwarden city centre
- Distance
- 400 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- You can check in and out on Dutch buses and trains with a contactless debit card, credit card, phone or OV-pas.
- Leeuwarden station is within easy walking distance of the city centre, so you may not need a bus for central trips.
FAQs: Heerenveen to Leeuwarden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heerenveen 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden covers a distance of 28 km and takes approximately 17m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden is 28 km.
The first train from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden leaves at 0:29.
The last train from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden departs at 23:56.
Trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden.
Yes, there is a direct train between Heerenveen and Leeuwarden. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by NS Domestic.
There is no night train service from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden.
The train station in Heerenveen that goes to Leeuwarden is Heerenveen station, and it arrives at Leeuwarden station.
Booking trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden offers a pleasant view of the Dutch countryside, featuring fields, waterways, and traditional windmills, making it a scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heerenveen and Leeuwarden
Most Heerenveen to Leeuwarden trains use the Heerenveen to Leeuwarden station pair, with some services arriving at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen. Use this guide to compare Heerenveen and Leeuwarden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Heerenveen
Arrival train stations in Leeuwarden
Which Heerenveen station do trains to Leeuwarden leave from?
Trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden leave from Heerenveen. The station is from Heerenveen city centre at Stationsplein 1, 8441 HE Heerenveen, Netherlands.
HeerenveenStationsplein 1, 8441 HE Heerenveen, Netherlands+31 900 9292
City-centre transport
Getting to Heerenveen from Heerenveen city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TrainIntercity and regional services
Heerenveen train station facilities and services
Heerenveen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Het Postkantoor, Grand Café 't Gerecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heerenveen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heerenveen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heerenveen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heerenveen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerenveen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Heidehof, Hajé Hotel Heerenveen.
Which Leeuwarden station do trains from Heerenveen arrive at?
Trains from Heerenveen to Leeuwarden most often arrive at Leeuwarden. Some services arrive at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Leeuwarden arrival station.
LeeuwardenStationsplein 2, 8911 AC Leeuwarden, Netherlands+31 88 671 2424
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeuwarden from Leeuwarden city centre
Leeuwarden is 1 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus3, 9, 11, 13, 21, 51, 151 · 6m · £3 · every ~13 min
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.
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen8938 AH Leeuwarden, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeuwarden Camminghaburen from Leeuwarden city centre
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen is 2 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainStoptrein RS1 · 3m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus3 · 18m · £4 · every ~5 min
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen train station facilities and services
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
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