- Must visit
Museum Duivenvoorde
Castle museum with furnished rooms, family history, and gardens; the strongest cultural visit in Voorschoten for art, interiors, and heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 15
47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
47 m
Trains on Sep 15
1
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Voorschoten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Voorschoten will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 1 trains from Amsterdam to Voorschoten, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 47 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Voorschoten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Voorschoten:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Voorschoten costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Voorschoten take longer:
Bus takes on average 49m.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Voorschoten trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:36 AM Amsterdam | 0h47 | 10:23 AM Voorschoten | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Voorschoten run on average 13 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 43m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Castle museum with furnished rooms, family history, and gardens; the strongest cultural visit in Voorschoten for art, interiors, and heritage.
Historic windmill visit with working mill heritage and volunteer interpretation; a small but rewarding local museum experience.
Museum presentation in the old village center focused on local history, objects, and stories that explain Voorschoten’s development.
Historic main street lined with monuments, shops, and village character; the best place to feel old Voorschoten on foot.
Estate park and gardens around Duivenvoorde, combining historic landscape design, water, and peaceful walking routes.
Green recreation area with woods, lawns, and paths popular for walks; a well-loved local escape close to the village.
Herring served raw with onion and pickles. A Dutch classic eaten across South Holland, prized for its mild texture and long street-food tradition.
Deep-fried cod or white fish pieces, usually served with garlic or remoulade sauce. A popular Dutch snack found at fish shops and markets.
Small fluffy pancakes topped with butter and powdered sugar. Traditional in the Netherlands and a familiar sweet treat in local pancake houses.
Established restaurant in Voorschoten known for refined French and Dutch cooking in an elegant, historic setting.
Popular local brasserie offering classic Dutch and European dishes in a relaxed waterside atmosphere near the town center.
Well-known pancake house set in a historic castle estate, loved for Dutch pancakes and family-friendly surroundings.
Moderate for the Randstad: dining and hotels cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is efficient and daily costs are below Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Voorschoten Station -> Leiden Centraal, Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Voorschoten 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 Voorschoten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Voorschoten trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Voorschoten station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Voorschoten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid 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, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Voorschoten is 1 km from Voorschoten city centre. Public transport options include:
Voorschoten has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Voorschoten.
ATMs are available at Voorschoten.
Available at Voorschoten: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Voorschoten.
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