How to travel from Berlin to Leeuwarden

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Leeuwarden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, while a flight costs an average of $666.

Distance: 320 miles (516 km)

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Driving

$150

Average price

$71

Average price

Cheapest

$666

Average price

$144

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 42m

Average total duration

6h 12m

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30m

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10h 0m

Average total duration

9h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

KLM

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of $71.

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

A bus is $79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Leeuwarden costing on average $150.

A bus is $594 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Leeuwarden costing on average $666.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Leeuwarden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Leeuwarden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Leeuwarden among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 40m sooner (3h 17m by flight vs 6h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $666 compared to roughly $144 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Berlin to Leeuwarden

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 AM10h15
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    1:45 PMHeerenveen
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 AM10h15
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    1:45 PMHeerenveen
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1002+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4209
    6:45 PM3h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:00 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $4541One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · 4400 · RE 52438 · Bus 72008
    11:51 PM9h24
    Berlin Hbf
    9:15 AMLeeuwarden station
    $571One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · 4400 · IC 2438 · Bus 72008
    11:51 PM9h24
    Berlin Hbf
    9:15 AMLeeuwarden station
    $571One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1540 · 20352 · IC 17926 · RE 9023
    11:51 PM9h36
    Berlin Hbf
    9:27 AMLeeuwarden station
    $571One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 AM11h00
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    1:45 PMHeerenveen
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:25 AM11h20
    Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park)
    1:45 PMHeerenveen
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:05 AM11h40
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    1:45 PMHeerenveen
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD83305 · D83540
    10:40 PM19h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    5:55 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $1941One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84506 · D84353
    9:30 AM11h20
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:50 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $2401One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH203 · LH988
    6:45 AM3h50
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:35 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $2441One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin 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 Berlin to Leeuwarden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Leeuwarden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of $71.

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

A bus is $79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Leeuwarden costing on average $150.

A bus is $594 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Leeuwarden costing on average $666.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Leeuwarden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 0m.

The distance from Berlin to Leeuwarden is approximately 320 miles (516 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Leeuwarden is:
  • Around 77 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Leeuwarden:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Leeuwarden station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz and arrive in Heerenveen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Leeuwarden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Leeuwarden by train.
  • Travel with KLM to go to Leeuwarden by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leeuwarden by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Leeuwarden with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with KLM.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Leeuwarden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Groningen, Paris, Sneek, Eindhoven. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeuwarden and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeuwarden to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeuwarden, you can visit AquaZoo Friesland to enjoy a variety of aquatic and land animals, explore vibrant local markets for unique Dutch treats and crafts, and take a canal tour for a different perspective of the city. Discover the historic Waagplein, a lively square with cafes and shops, and enjoy a cycling tour through the scenic Frisian countryside. For cultural experiences, visit the Fries Museum, Oldehove tower, and Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics. Blokhuispoort offers a cultural hub with shops and cafes, while De Groene Ster provides a recreational area with lakes and walking trails for outdoor activities.
For a well-rounded experience in Leeuwarden, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days to explore its historic sites, cultural attractions, and vibrant local scene.

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