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Frans Hals Museum
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 17
10
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nijmegen to Haarlem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nijmegen to Haarlem will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Nijmegen to Haarlem without transferring at least once.
ST 32236+
IC 3142 · IC 3942 · IC 2143
ST 32238+
IC 3144 · IC 3944 · IC 2145
ST 32336+
IC 3042 · SPR 5445
ST 32338+
IC 3044 · SPR 5447
ST 32334+
IC 3040 · SPR 5443
IC 3142 · IC 3942 · IC 2143
IC 3140 · IC 3940 · IC 2141
IC 3042 · SPR 5445
IC 3040 · SPR 5443
ST 32236+
IC 3142 · IC 3942 · IC 2143Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Haarlem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nijmegen to Haarlem:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nijmegen to Haarlem costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Haarlem take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-2.03. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 40m 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 Nijmegen to Haarlem trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3140 · IC 3940 · IC 2141 | 11:58 AM Nijmegen station | 1h37 | 1:35 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 7639 · IC 2243+ ICE 128 | 12:02 PM Nijmegen station | 1h49 | 1:51 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
ST 32334+ IC 3040 · SPR 5443 | 12:03 PM Nijmegen Heyendaal | 1h56 | 1:59 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
IC 3040 · SPR 5443 | 12:13 PM Nijmegen station | 1h46 | 1:59 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
ST 32236+ IC 3142 · IC 3942 · IC 2143 | 12:18 PM Nijmegen Heyendaal | 1h47 | 2:05 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
IC 3142 · IC 3942 · IC 2143 | 12:28 PM Nijmegen station | 1h37 | 2:05 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
ST 32336+ IC 3042 · SPR 5445 | 12:33 PM Nijmegen Heyendaal | 1h56 | 2:29 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
IC 3042 · SPR 5445 | 12:43 PM Nijmegen station | 1h46 | 2:29 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
ST 32238+ IC 3144 · IC 3944 · IC 2145 | 12:48 PM Nijmegen Heyendaal | 1h47 | 2:35 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
ST 32338+ IC 3044 · SPR 5447 | 1:03 PM Nijmegen Heyendaal | 1h56 | 2:59 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Nijmegen to Haarlem run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Haarlem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Haarlem trip today.
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Museum of science in the former home of Pieter Teyler, with fossils, instruments, drawings, and a beautiful 18th-century Oval Room.
City history museum covering Haarlem’s art, civic life, and changing society. A strong overview for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Haarlem’s main square, framed by monumental buildings, markets, and terraces. The best place to start exploring the old city center.
Elegant canal street along the Spaarne with museums, historic houses, and waterside views. One of Haarlem’s most scenic walking routes.
Broad shopping street linking key central sights, lined with historic façades and local stores. Ideal for a lively walk through Haarlem.
A classic Dutch bar snack of deep-fried beef ragout in a crisp crumb coating. It is beloved in cafés and borrel culture across Haarlem.
Small fluffy Dutch pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A traditional sweet treat popular at markets, fairs, and pancake houses.
Lightly battered apple rings fried until golden, often dusted with sugar. A traditional Dutch pastry snack especially associated with colder months.
Refined fine dining restaurant with creative seasonal tasting menus and elegant service. One of Haarlem's most acclaimed special-occasion addresses.
Casual local favorite for excellent seafood, especially herring and fried fish. A practical stop to try classic Dutch fish-stall flavors.
Atmospheric brewery restaurant in a former church, known for Jopen beers and Dutch pub dishes. Lively, iconic, and very popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and prices are usually below Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nijmegen to Haarlem 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 Haarlem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nijmegen to Haarlem trains use the Nijmegen to Haarlem station pair, with some services arriving at Haarlem Spaarnwoude. Use this guide to compare Nijmegen and Haarlem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nijmegen 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 Wally, De Hemel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nijmegen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nijmegen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nijmegen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nijmegen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Credible, Hotel Oranjestaete, Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre.
Nijmegen Heyendaal is 2 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Heyendaal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Parking.
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
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.
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