How to get to Leeuwarden from Leer

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Compare train and coach for Leer to Leeuwarden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leer to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 110 km

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£30

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£23

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2h 10m

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1h 40m

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2h 0m

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1h 31m

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Compare ways to travel from Leer to Leeuwarden

Compare the available ways to get from Leer to Leeuwarden, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Leer to Leeuwarden is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Leer to Leeuwarden:

A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leer to Leeuwarden costing on average £30.

The fastest way to travel from Leer to Leeuwarden is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leer and Leeuwarden including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£6. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 31m 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.

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from Leer to Leeuwarden

How to get to Leeuwarden from Leer by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Leer to Leeuwarden is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Leeuwarden by train

The most popular day trips by train from Leeuwarden are Groningen, Amsterdam and Zwolle. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leeuwarden on Omio.

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Day trip from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam by train

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FAQs: Leer to Leeuwarden

Travel to Leeuwarden 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 Leer to Leeuwarden.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leer and Leeuwarden including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Leer to Leeuwarden is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Leer to Leeuwarden:

A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leer to Leeuwarden costing on average £30.

The fastest way to travel from Leer to Leeuwarden is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 0m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 10m.

The Leer to Leeuwarden distance is approximately 110 km.
The average frequency per day from Leer to Leeuwarden is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leer and Leeuwarden as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leer to Leeuwarden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leeuwarden by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Arriva NS to go to Leeuwarden by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leer to Leeuwarden:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leer to Leeuwarden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Eindhoven, Berlin, Groningen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeuwarden and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Leer to Leeuwarden, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Leeuwarden, you can visit AquaZoo Friesland, a family-friendly zoo with aquatic and land animals. Explore vibrant local markets for unique Dutch treats and crafts or enjoy a canal tour to see the city from a different perspective. Visit the historic Waagplein, a lively square with cafes and shops, or take a cycling tour through the scenic Frisian countryside. For cultural sights, check out the Fries Museum, Oldehove, Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics, Blokhuispoort, and De Groene Ster for outdoor activities.
To fully appreciate Leeuwarden's cultural heritage, museums, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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