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Stedelijk Museum Schiedam
Main city museum in a historic complex, combining Schiedam history, fine art, and changing exhibitions with a strong local identity.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haarlem to Schiedam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (48m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $16 (€13) 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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.
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Trains from Haarlem to Schiedam run on average 96 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 38 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 96 |
Direct trains 38 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Main city museum in a historic complex, combining Schiedam history, fine art, and changing exhibitions with a strong local identity.
Compact museum dedicated to Schiedam’s jenever heritage, with distilling history, equipment, and context for the city’s global fame.
Museum windmill with working machinery and city views, explaining Schiedam’s milling past and the importance of its giant molens.
Schiedam’s canal-lined historic heart with monuments, windmills, quays, and bridges, ideal for first-time exploration on foot.
Long waterfront canal bordered by warehouses, bridges, and windmills, offering one of the city’s most atmospheric walks.
Picturesque canal street with historic facades and waterside views, popular for photography and leisurely strolling in the center.
Jenever is Schiedam’s signature malt spirit, tied to the city’s historic distilleries and often called the local drink everyone should try.
Moutwijn is the raw malt wine used in traditional jenever production. It is a classic Schiedam distilling product with deep local heritage.
Kibbeling is battered, fried white fish served with sauce. It is a beloved Dutch street food commonly eaten in and around Schiedam.
Well-known waterside restaurant in the historic center, known for refined French and Dutch dishes in an elegant setting.
Popular casual spot for coffee, lunch, and cakes on the Lange Haven, with a relaxed local feel and canal views.
Established distillery venue and restaurant serving Dutch classics and jenever in a historic Schiedam atmosphere.
Moderate for the Randstad: hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch cities, but Schiedam is often a bit cheaper than central Rotterdam; transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is optional.
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Schiedam Centrum -> Stadhuis Schiedam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haarlem to Schiedam 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 Schiedam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Haarlem to Schiedam trains use the Haarlem to Schiedam Centrum station pair. Use this guide to compare Haarlem and Schiedam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Haarlem 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 Morris, De Ripper
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Haarlem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Haarlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haarlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haarlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Grand Hotel Frans Hals, Hotel Lion d'Or, Carlton Square Hotel.
Haarlem Spaarnwoude is 2 km from Haarlem city centre. Public transport options include:
Haarlem Spaarnwoude has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
ATMs are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Schiedam Centrum is 1 km from Schiedam city centre. Public transport options include:
Schiedam Centrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Noordmolen, Brasserie Stadhuis
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schiedam Centrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schiedam Centrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schiedam Centrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schiedam Centrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiedam Centrum: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Rotterdam-Schiedam, Hotel De Sluiskop, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam-Blijdorp.
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