How to travel from Amsterdam to Haarlem, Netherlands

The distance between Amsterdam and Haarlem is around 16km (10 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 18min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Amsterdam to Haarlem by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out HaarlemAmsterdam if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Haarlem.

  • Duration18min
  • Departsevery 15 mins
  • Typical cost
    €11($11)
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Haarlem Prins Bernhardlaan.

  • Duration27min
  • Departsevery 15 mins
  • Typical cost
    €4($4)
Operated by

Connexxion

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Haarlem.

  • Duration20min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €65($65)
Operated by

TCA Taxi

+ 4 others
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car
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Drive

Drive to Haarlem.

  • Duration20min
  • Distance19km (12 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Amsterdam and Haarlem

There are several options for getting from Amsterdam to Haarlem by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €4 ($4) and will take around 27min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 18min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €11 ($11).

The distance between Amsterdam and Haarlem is around 16km (10 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 17km (11 miles)

It takes around 18min to get from Amsterdam and Haarlem by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Haarlem is to take the train which takes around 18min and will set you back approx €11 ($11).

The cheapest way to travel between Amsterdam and Haarlem, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €4 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Amsterdam and Haarlem. It typically takes around 18min and departs every 15 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Amsterdam and Haarlem with no changeovers required. The train runs every 15 mins and takes 18min.

Dutch Railways run train services between Amsterdam and Haarlem. Trains depart every 15 mins and will take around 18min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Amsterdam and Haarlem. It typically takes around 27min and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Amsterdam and Haarlem with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 30 mins and takes 27min.

Connexxion run regular bus services between Amsterdam and Haarlem. Buses run every 30 mins and take around 27min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Amsterdam to Haarlem. We recommend that you take the train to Haarlem. instead which will take 18min.

The closest major airport to Haarlem is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) (AMS) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Haarlem. Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) (RTM) and Eindhoven Airport (EIN) (EIN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Amsterdam and Haarlem. The distance is around 19km (12 miles) by road and it will take around 20min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Amsterdam to Haarlem is to take the train which takes, on average, 18min and will usually cost around €11 ($11).

How do I get from Amsterdam to Haarlem

Compare travel optionsbetween Amsterdam and Haarlem

Transport options from Amsterdam to Haarlem
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
18min
€11($11)
every 15 mins18km (11 miles)
Bus
27min
€4($4)
every 15 mins16km (10 miles)
Taxi
20min
€65($65)
on demand19km (12 miles)
Drive
20min
€3($3)
on demand19km (12 miles)

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Airports near Haarlem

The following major airports near Haarlem offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Netherlands and internationally.

AMS
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
International Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Haarlem
RTM
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
50km (31 miles) from Haarlem
EIN
Eindhoven Airport (EIN)
International Airport
Distance
115km (71 miles) from Haarlem