How to travel from Hamburg to LeeuwardenHow to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden

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Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Leeuwarden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $34.

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $25.

Distance: 175 miles (282 km)

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Driving

$60

Average price

$34

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$83

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4h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 52m

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30m

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6h 1m

Average total duration

5h 31m

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30m

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4h 7m

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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$75

Average price

$37

Average price

Cheapest

$83

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 34m

Average total duration

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4h 4m

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30m

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6h 6m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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30m

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4h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of $34 (€28).

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

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Leeuwarden costing on average $60 (€48).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is by train with an average journey time of 3h 52m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamburg and Leeuwarden including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Leeuwarden among Omio's users.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $38 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Leeuwarden costing on average $75 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is by train with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamburg and Leeuwarden including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Leeuwarden among Omio's users.

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from Hamburg to Leeuwarden

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:25 AM5h20
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    9:45 AMDrachten, Ureterpvallaat (Vallaat)
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:25 AM5h20
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    9:45 AMDrachten, Ureterpvallaat (Vallaat)
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 109 · RE 52432 · Bus 72011 · 37345
    10:45 AM4h30
    Hamburg Hbf
    3:15 PMLeeuwarden station
    $611One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 107 · IC 2434 · Bus 72010 · 37337
    8:42 AM4h33
    Hamburg Hbf
    1:15 PMLeeuwarden station
    $451One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 107 · RE 52434 · Bus 72010 · 37337
    8:42 AM4h33
    Hamburg Hbf
    1:15 PMLeeuwarden station
    $561One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 611 · 4414 · Bus 72030 · 37953
    11:45 AM5h26
    Hamburg Hbf
    5:11 PMLeeuwarden station
    $561One-way
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Leeuwarden.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Hamburg and Leeuwarden including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of $34 (€28).

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

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Leeuwarden costing on average $60 (€48).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is by train with an average journey time of 3h 52m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 31m.

The distance from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is approximately 175 miles (282 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Leeuwarden is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Leeuwarden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Leeuwarden station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Drachten, Ureterpvallaat (Vallaat).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Leeuwarden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) to go to Leeuwarden by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Leeuwarden by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Leeuwarden:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Leeuwarden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Groningen, Berlin, Paris, Sneek. 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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