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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rotterdam 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 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
14:352h39Rotterdam17:14Leeuwarden£301One-way0 changes- 8:052h39Rotterdam10:44Leeuwarden£301One-way0 changes
- 14:352h39Rotterdam17:14Leeuwarden£301One-way0 changes
- 8:052h39Rotterdam10:44Leeuwarden£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotterdam to Leeuwarden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 168 km
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£32 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotterdam to Leeuwarden train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Leeuwarden trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:05 Rotterdam | 2h39 | 10:44 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:05 Rotterdam | 2h39 | 11:44 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden
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Trains from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 0:55 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam to Leeuwarden trainsIntercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam and Leeuwarden from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Leeuwarden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam and Leeuwarden
Most Rotterdam to Leeuwarden trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Leeuwarden station pair, with some services arriving at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Leeuwarden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rotterdam station do trains to Leeuwarden leave from?
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam 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 and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Rotterdam Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Blaak 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: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Which Leeuwarden station do trains from Rotterdam 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.
Getting to Leeuwarden Camminghaburen from Leeuwarden city centre
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen is 2 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Most popular train connections from Rotterdam
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