- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 46 m
Trains on 05 Sept
98
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam you need to make at least 2 changes.
ST 37457+
IC 700868 · BSN 928435 · IC 770
ST 37425+
IC 700836 · BSN 928387 · IC 738
ST 37419+
IC 700630 · BSN 928379 · IC 832
ST 37433+
IC 700844 · BSN 928399 · IC 746
ST 37417+
IC 700828 · BSN 928375 · IC 730
IC 700690 · BSN 928676+
NT 32748
IC 700852 · BSN 928411 · IC 754 · SPR 4361
IC 700646 · BSN 928403 · IC 848 · SPR 4355
IC 700650 · BSN 928409 · IC 852 · SPR 4359
IC 700848 · BSN 928405 · IC 750 · SPR 4357Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 111 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 7m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.42. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 49m 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 Leeuwarden to Amsterdam trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 654 · IC 1556 | 14:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h13 | 16:59 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 654 · IC 754 · SPR 4361 | 14:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h18 | 17:04 Amsterdam RAI | 2 changes | |
IC 654 · IC 754 · IC 2654 | 14:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h06 | 16:52 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 856 · SPR 4363 | 15:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h18 | 17:34 Amsterdam RAI | 1 change | |
ST 37477+ IC 690 · IC 790 | 23:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 2h43 | 1:48 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 690 · IC 790 | 23:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h02 | 1:48 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
IC 700622 · BSN 928367 · IC 824 · SPR 4624 | 6:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 9:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700622 · BSN 928367 · IC 824 · SPR 4331 | 6:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 9:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37413+ IC 700824 · BSN 928369 · IC 726 | 7:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 10:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700824 · BSN 928369 · IC 726 · SPR 4333 | 7:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 10:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700824 · BSN 928369 · IC 726 · SPR 4626 | 7:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 10:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37415+ IC 700626 · BSN 928373 · IC 828 | 7:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 10:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700626 · BSN 928373 · IC 828 · SPR 4628 | 7:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 10:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700626 · BSN 928373 · IC 828 · SPR 4335 | 7:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 10:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37417+ IC 700828 · BSN 928375 · IC 730 | 8:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 11:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700828 · BSN 928375 · IC 730 · SPR 4337 | 8:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 11:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700828 · BSN 928375 · IC 730 · SPR 4630 | 8:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 11:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37419+ IC 700630 · BSN 928379 · IC 832 | 8:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 11:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700630 · BSN 928379 · IC 832 · SPR 4632 | 8:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 11:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700630 · BSN 928379 · IC 832 · SPR 4339 | 8:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 11:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37421+ IC 700832 · BSN 928381 · IC 734 | 9:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 12:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700832 · BSN 928381 · IC 734 · SPR 4634 | 9:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 12:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700832 · BSN 928381 · IC 734 · SPR 4341 | 9:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 12:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37423+ IC 700634 · BSN 928385 · IC 836 | 9:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 12:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700634 · BSN 928385 · IC 836 · SPR 4343 | 9:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 12:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700634 · BSN 928385 · IC 836 · SPR 4636 | 9:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 12:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37425+ IC 700836 · BSN 928387 · IC 738 | 10:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 13:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700836 · BSN 928387 · IC 738 · SPR 4638 | 10:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 13:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700836 · BSN 928387 · IC 738 · SPR 4345 | 10:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 13:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37427+ IC 700638 · BSN 928391 · IC 840 | 10:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 13:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700638 · BSN 928391 · IC 840 · SPR 4347 | 10:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 13:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700638 · BSN 928391 · IC 840 · SPR 4640 | 10:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 13:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37429+ IC 700840 · BSN 928393 · IC 742 | 11:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 14:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700840 · BSN 928393 · IC 742 · SPR 4642 | 11:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 14:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700840 · BSN 928393 · IC 742 · SPR 4349 | 11:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 14:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37431+ IC 700642 · BSN 928397 · IC 844 | 11:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 14:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700642 · BSN 928397 · IC 844 · SPR 4644 | 11:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 14:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700642 · BSN 928397 · IC 844 · SPR 4351 | 11:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 14:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37433+ IC 700844 · BSN 928399 · IC 746 | 12:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 15:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700844 · BSN 928399 · IC 746 · SPR 4353 | 12:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 15:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700844 · BSN 928399 · IC 746 · SPR 4646 | 12:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 15:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37435+ IC 700646 · BSN 928403 · IC 848 | 12:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 15:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700646 · BSN 928403 · IC 848 · SPR 4648 | 12:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 15:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700646 · BSN 928403 · IC 848 · SPR 4355 | 12:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 15:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37437+ IC 700848 · BSN 928405 · IC 750 | 13:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 16:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700848 · BSN 928405 · IC 750 · SPR 4650 | 13:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 16:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 700848 · BSN 928405 · IC 750 · SPR 4357 | 13:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 16:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
ST 37439+ IC 700650 · BSN 928409 · IC 852 | 13:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 16:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700650 · BSN 928409 · IC 852 · SPR 4359 | 13:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 16:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700650 · BSN 928409 · IC 852 · SPR 4652 | 13:46 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 16:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37441+ IC 700852 · BSN 928411 · IC 754 | 14:05 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 17:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
IC 700852 · BSN 928411 · IC 754 · SPR 4361 | 14:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h48 | 17:04 Amsterdam RAI | 3 changes | |
IC 700852 · BSN 928411 · IC 754 · SPR 4654 | 14:16 Leeuwarden station | 2h53 | 17:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37443+ IC 700654 · BSN 928415 · IC 856 | 14:35 Leeuwarden Camminghaburen | 3h04 | 17:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, showing major paintings, drawings and letters that trace his life and artistic development.
Canal house museum where Anne Frank hid during the war, offering a powerful, carefully presented insight into her story.
Historic canal district ideal for walking, lined with gabled houses, bridges, houseboats and classic waterside city views.
Lively former working-class neighbourhood with independent shops, markets, brown cafés and scenic canals popular with locals.
Large city park with broad lawns, ponds, open-air performances and relaxed paths for walking, cycling and people-watching.
Deep-fried cod or white fish in a light batter, a Dutch seaside classic popular in Amsterdam markets and fish shops.
Raw salted herring, often served with chopped onion and pickles. It is a longstanding Dutch street-food tradition.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found in traditional pancake houses.
Traditional tasting room near the centre, ideal for sampling jenever and Dutch liqueurs in a historic wooden interior.
Long-running canal-side restaurant serving refined Dutch and French-influenced cooking in an elegant, relaxed atmosphere.
Popular fish specialist for Dutch seafood classics including herring and kibbeling, with a smart but casual feel.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European city breaks, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though public transport and casual food remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares and small café bills.
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Amsterdam Centraal -> Dam Square, Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeuwarden to Amsterdam trains use the Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam RAI. Use this guide to compare Leeuwarden and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam RAI is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam RAI 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: Restaurant As, Restaurant Riva
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam RAI. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam RAI. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam RAI: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Amsterdam City, Holiday Inn Amsterdam, Motel One Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk 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: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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