Day trip from Haarlem to Amsterdam by train
Why visit Amsterdam for the day?
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
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Compare train and coach for Antwerp to Haarlem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Haarlem 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£42 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Antwerp to Haarlem
Compare the available ways to get from Antwerp to Haarlem, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Haarlem is a coach with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Haarlem:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Haarlem costing on average £42.
The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Haarlem is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.
Other travel options to Haarlem take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 11m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Haarlem including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 2h 9m by car). Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Antwerp to Haarlem
How to get to Haarlem from Antwerp by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Antwerp to Haarlem is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
47435:55 2h30 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) 8:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
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5:55 2h30 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) 8:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
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8134+213510:30 1h35 Antwerp-Central 12:05 Haarlem station £77 1 One-way 2 changes
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2561+224011:43 2h53 Antwerp-Berchem 14:36 Haarlem station £20 1 One-way 1 change- 2559+2232
9:43 2h53 Antwerp-Berchem 12:36 Haarlem station £20 1 One-way 1 change - 2560+2236
10:43 2h53 Antwerp-Berchem 13:36 Haarlem station £20 1 One-way 1 change
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9:10 2h30 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) 11:40 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) £7 1 One-way 0 changes - 1699
2:50 2h40 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) 5:30 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 £7 1 One-way 0 changes - 1699
2:50 3h05 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) 5:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Haarlem by train
The most popular day trips by train from Haarlem are Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, Leiden and Utrecht. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Haarlem on Omio.
Day trip from Haarlem to The Hague by train
Why visit The Hague for the day?
The Hague is known as the seat of the Dutch government and a centre of international law. Its elegant streets, notable museums and the beach at Scheveningen give the city a formal yet relaxed character.
Day trip from Haarlem to Rotterdam by train
Why visit Rotterdam for the day?
Rotterdam is a modern Dutch port city known for striking post-war architecture and a confident, creative feel. Landmarks such as the Erasmusbrug, Cube Houses and Markthal sit alongside a busy waterfront and lively cultural scene.
Day trip from Haarlem to Leiden by train
Why visit Leiden for the day?
Leiden is a compact canal city shaped by its historic university, museums and links to Rembrandt. Its gabled streets, courtyards and calm waters give it an academic, lived-in character.
Day trip from Haarlem to Utrecht by train
Why visit Utrecht for the day?
Utrecht is known for its canal wharves, medieval centre and the Dom Tower above a lively old city. Its large student population gives historic streets, cafés and museums an energetic but relaxed feel.
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FAQs: Antwerp to Haarlem
Travel to Haarlem easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Haarlem.
There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Haarlem including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Haarlem is a coach with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Haarlem:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Haarlem costing on average £42.
The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Haarlem is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.
Other travel options to Haarlem take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 11m.
The Antwerp to Haarlem distance is approximately 130 km.
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Haarlem is:
- Around 58 trains per day.
- Around 28 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Haarlem as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Haarlem:
- Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Haarlem station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Haarlem, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Haarlem by coach.
- Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, NS Domestic, Eurostar, Intercity, Intercity, Regional to go to Haarlem by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antwerp to Haarlem with the following travel companies:
- 27 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
- 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Haarlem often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Zandvoort, Paris, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Haarlem and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Antwerp to Haarlem, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To fully enjoy Haarlem’s historic architecture, museums like the Frans Hals Museum, and the nearby tulip fields, plan for a stay of two to three days.
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