How to travel from Munich to Leeuwarden

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Leeuwarden

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Munich to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €106 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €106, while a flight costs an average of €682.

Distance: 431 miles (694 km)

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€106

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€682

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€173

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17h 35m

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2.1 - 4.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of €106.

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

A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Leeuwarden costing on average €173.

A bus is €576 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Leeuwarden costing on average €682.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Leeuwarden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

Bus takes on average 17h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Leeuwarden including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Munich 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 6h 9m sooner (3h 11m by flight vs 9h 20m by car). Tickets start at around €682 compared to roughly €160 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 Munich to Leeuwarden

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

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

  • FlixBus
    2:45 AM16h35
    Munich
    7:20 PMLeeuwarden
    €611One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:45 AM16h35
    Munich
    7:20 PMLeeuwarden
    €611One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:45 AM16h35
    Munich
    7:20 PMLeeuwarden
    €611One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM21h55
    Munich
    8:20 PMLeeuwarden
    €681One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Munich 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 Munich to Leeuwarden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Leeuwarden including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Leeuwarden is a bus with an average price of €106.

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

A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Leeuwarden costing on average €173.

A bus is €576 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Leeuwarden costing on average €682.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Leeuwarden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Leeuwarden take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

Bus takes on average 17h 35m.

The distance from Munich to Leeuwarden is approximately 431 miles (694 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Leeuwarden is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Leeuwarden:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Leeuwarden station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Drachten, Ureterpvallaat (Vallaat).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Leeuwarden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leeuwarden by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Leeuwarden by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, ITA, TAP Portugal, British Airways to go to Leeuwarden by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Munich to Leeuwarden:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Leeuwarden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Eindhoven, Berlin, Groningen. 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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