How to travel from Zwolle to Leeuwarden, Netherlands

The distance between Zwolle and Leeuwarden is around 93km (58 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 55min.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Zwolle to Leeuwarden by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Leeuwarden.

  • Duration55min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
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Drive

Drive to Leeuwarden.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Distance95km (59 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zwolle and Leeuwarden

There are several options for getting from Zwolle to Leeuwarden by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €15 ($15) and will take around 55min.

The distance between Zwolle and Leeuwarden is around 93km (58 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 80km (49 miles)

It takes around 55min to get from Zwolle and Leeuwarden by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zwolle to Leeuwarden is to take the train which takes around 55min and will set you back approx €15 ($15).

The cheapest way to travel between Zwolle and Leeuwarden, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €15 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zwolle and Leeuwarden. It typically takes around 55min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Zwolle and Leeuwarden with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 55min.

Dutch Railways run train services between Zwolle and Leeuwarden. Trains depart hourly and will take around 55min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Zwolle and Leeuwarden. We recommend that you take the train to Leeuwarden. instead which will take 55min.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Zwolle to Leeuwarden. We recommend that you take the train to Leeuwarden. instead which will take 55min.

The closest major airport to Leeuwarden is Eelde Airport (GRQ) (GRQ) which is approximately 53km (33 miles) from Leeuwarden. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) (AMS) and Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) (RTM) 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 Zwolle and Leeuwarden. The distance is around 95km (59 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zwolle to Leeuwarden is to take the train which takes, on average, 55min and will usually cost around €15 ($15).

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Transport options from Zwolle to Leeuwarden
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
55min
€15($15)
hourly93km (58 miles)
Drive
1h 10m
€20($20)
on demand95km (59 miles)

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Airports near Leeuwarden

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

GRQ
Eelde Airport (GRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Leeuwarden
AMS
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
International Airport
Distance
121km (75 miles) from Leeuwarden
RTM
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Leeuwarden