- Must visit
Fries Museum
Leading Frisian museum on history, art, and culture. It is the city’s top museum and a must for understanding the region.
Cheapest price
€85
Average price
€85
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
It's difficult to get from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €85.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€85 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden:
A bus is €66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden costing on average €85.
Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 23m.
Tickets start at around €85 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-47.89. The journey takes 2h 33m versus 2h 15m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 6:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 7:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 8:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 9:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 10:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 11:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 12:14 AM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 5:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 8:14 AM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 9:14 AM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 10:14 AM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 11:14 AM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 12:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 1:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 2:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 3:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 4:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:41 PM Nieuwerkerk A/d Ijssel | 2h33 | 5:14 PM Leeuwarden | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel to Leeuwarden run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €85 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €85 |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Leading Frisian museum on history, art, and culture. It is the city’s top museum and a must for understanding the region.
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Main shopping street and canal promenade lined with monuments, bridges, and terraces. Ideal for first-time city walks.
Historic square at the heart of the old town, framed by major civic buildings and often used for markets and events.
Elegant central square near the palace quarter, surrounded by monuments and a good starting point for heritage walks.
Fries suikerbrood is a rich Frisian sweet bread with pearl sugar and cinnamon, traditionally baked for celebrations and often served with butter.
Oranjekoek is a classic Frisian cake flavored with anise and citrus, topped with pink glaze. It is a festive specialty strongly linked to Leeuwarden and Friesland.
Dúmkes are traditional Frisian cookies made with anise and hazelnut or almond. They are especially associated with regional home baking and local coffee breaks.
Elegant fine dining in central Leeuwarden, known for refined seasonal tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Well-regarded city restaurant serving modern Dutch and French-inspired dishes in a stylish but relaxed atmosphere near the canals.
Traditional brewery venue where you can try local beers and hearty dishes in a casual setting linked to Leeuwarden's beer culture.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are cheaper than Amsterdam, while local buses and trains remain fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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